2006 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · EK03 AFK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 30 August 2021 at 137 243 mi, but the test recorded several advisories: deteriorated front registration plate, thin rear brake pads, corroded brake pipe, deteriorated front drive‑shaft CV boots and worn offside front suspension arm pin/bush. The MOT history shows a clear improvement after the multiple failures of 2017‑2018, yet the same systems continue to generate advisories, indicating a stable but unresolved maintenance trend. Mileage accumulation averages about 6 860 mi per year, which is typical for a 20‑year‑old Transit. The record shows a steady rise from 88 800 mi in 2010 to 166 274 mi in 2015, a drop to 110 847 mi in March 2017 (likely a data error), then a fall to 105 111 mi by September 2020 before a sharp increase to 137 243 mi in August 2021. The jump of roughly 32 000 mi in one year and the missing 2019 entry suggest gaps in the documented usage pattern. A buyer should inspect the rear brake pads for excessive wear, check the front‑to‑rear brake pipes for corrosion and grease contamination, examine the front drive‑shaft CV boots for cracking, test the offside front suspension arm pins/bushes for play, verify the registration plate illumination and condition, and assess the underbody sealing and leaf‑spring mount areas for rust. Brake balance and parking‑brake efficiency should be checked dynamically. The recurring faults centre on consumable wear (pads, discs, tyres) and moderate corrosion affecting the braking and drivetrain components. Structural corrosion noted in 2017 has not reappeared, indicating the chassis remains sound, but the suspension and underbody sealing merit close physical inspection. Overall the Transit is roadworthy with a valid MOT, yet targeted repairs are advisable before acquisition.