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2011 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · EK11 YBU

EK11 YBU

2011 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2011. Recorded mileage 151,749 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin
2011 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
151,749 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
2402cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2011 Ford Transit shows a consistent history of maintenance that is typical for a commercial vehicle of this age and mileage. In the most recent test in January 2026 at 151,749 miles, the vehicle passed, following a failure in early 2025. During that previous failure at 147,091 miles, the tester identified excessive play in the nearside track end ball joint and a malfunctioning windscreen washer. The fact that these issues were rectified within a year suggests the owner is responsive to safety-critical faults once they are flagged, rather than allowing them to deteriorate. The mileage progression is relatively steady, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year over the 15-year lifespan. The record shows a logical climb from 136,713 miles in early 2023 to 151,749 miles in 2026. This usage pattern indicates the vehicle was used for regular commercial work. There are no significant gaps in testing that would suggest the vehicle sat stationary, which helps preserve the integrity of seals and mechanical components from excessive corrosion. The history highlights recurring advisories related to the braking and suspension systems. Multiple entries between 2023 and 2026 noted corrosion on the brake pipes and wear on the brake discs. While these are common on high-mileage Transit models, the buyer should inspect the current condition of the brake lines and the thickness of the discs to ensure the corrosion is not deep. The structural integrity remains unflagged in the recent records, but the repeated mention of suspension component wear warrants a close look at the chassis for surface rust around mounting points.
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EK11 YBU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
  • 151,749 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)

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EK11 YBU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Jun 2026, 13:31
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Ford Transit (EK11 YBU) between January 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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EK11 YBU Mileage History

  1. 12/01/2023136,713 mi
  2. 11/01/2024140,891 mi+4,178 mi
  3. 09/01/2025147,091 mi+6,200 mi
  4. 10/01/2025147,091 mi
  5. 09/01/2026151,749 mi+4,658 mi

Average of roughly 5,025 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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