2014 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · EF14 ABU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT on 13 December 2023 at 156,920 miles passed with no defects, suggesting a period of stability following a previous failure. However, the historical record shows recurring issues with suspension components and lighting, indicating that the owner often only addresses mechanical faults once they fail an inspection. At 156,920 miles over 12 years, this Ford Transit Connect has covered a high average of approximately 13,000 miles per year. This consistent high mileage has placed significant strain on heavy-duty components. Between October 2020 and November 2022, the vehicle accumulated over 18,000 miles, a rate that correlates with the accelerated wear seen on steering linkage and suspension arms. The gap between the last test and the current date is over 18 months, meaning the vehicle has operated for several thousand miles without a formal documented roadworthiness check. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows repeated failures involving nearside front steering linkage ball joints, suspension arm ball joints, and a fractured coil spring. These components are common wear points on high-mileage vans and should be checked for play or perished rubber boots. Additionally, the history of multiple failures for low tyre tread depth in 2019 and 2022 suggests that basic consumable maintenance was previously neglected, so the current state of the tyres and brake components must be verified thoroughly.