2008 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · EO08 AFX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on consecutive clean passes over the last three inspection cycles. The most recent test conducted on 11 April 2025 at 216,921 miles recorded no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This lack of recorded failures suggests a proactive approach to maintenance where issues are likely addressed before they result in an MOT failure. At 216,921 miles, this 18-year-old Transit has covered an average of approximately 12,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage between intervals, with 3,055 miles recorded between June 2022 and January 2024, followed by another 1,766 miles between January 2024 and April 2025. While the steady mileage accumulation confirms the vehicle is in regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods, the total cumulative mileage is high for its age and puts significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and heavy-duty braking components. Despite the clean MOT history, the high mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of components prone to fatigue and wear. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the chassis rails and mounting points for deep corrosion, as these areas often hide from standard visual checks until they become critical. Given the mileage, checking the state of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of leaking or perished rubber is vital, as these are the first items to fail on high-mileage commercial vehicles.