2007 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · EO57 KCK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears reactive but stable, as the owner addresses immediate failures prior to the re-test. The April 2026 failure at 180,611 miles was due solely to both rear tyres being below the legal tread depth limit, which was rectified quickly. This suggests a lack of proactive consumable inspection rather than systemic mechanical neglect. At 180,611 miles, this nineteen-year-old Transit Connect has averaged approximately 9,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with 4,200 miles covered between March 2024 and April 2025, and another 3,504 miles recorded in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting for periods of neglect. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension assembly, specifically the nearside front anti-roll bar bush which was flagged as worn in March 2024. While this did not cause a failure, such rubber components on Transits often suffer rapid degradation at this high mileage. The buyer should also verify the condition of the lighting system, as multiple position lamps failed during the March 2024 test. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion around the mounting points and sills is essential to ensure the structural integrity remains sound beyond what the MOT tester reveals.