2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · EX67 SFO

The defining mechanical thread running through this Ford Transit's MOT history is a repeated and recent focus on the front braking system, with brake disc advisories appearing in two of the last three tests. At the most recent examination on 2026-01-30, both front brake discs were flagged, with the nearside described as worn, pitted or scored (though not seriously weakened) and the offside noted as worn but not excessively. An earlier advisory in 2024-01-16 similarly recorded pitted and scored front inner brake discs. This is not a pattern of outright failure, but it does indicate that the front braking surface is on a wear trajectory that is now actively being monitored by testers, and a buyer should anticipate that disc replacement is plausible within the next service cycle. The intervening tests in 2025 and 2023 returned no advisories, suggesting the discs have degraded unevenly over time rather than suffering a sudden event, while the 2022 and 2020 entries dealt with unrelated minor items such as a chipped windscreen and a nail in a rear tyre. In terms of usage, the recorded 66,176 miles across approximately nine years equates to an average of around 7,350 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical commercial vehicle utilisation. The mileage progression across tests is consistent, with no recorded gaps suggestive of long-term standing, and no sharp jumps or unusually low readings between examinations. There is a noticeable interval between the 2020-11-17 test and the 2022-02-01 test, but the recorded mileages during this period imply the vehicle remained in active service, with the gap most likely reflecting MOT cycle timing rather than a period off the road. For a working Transit of this age and mileage, the wear profile would normally be expected to involve steady consumption of braking, suspension and underbody components, and the MOT data broadly aligns with that expectation rather than suggesting either excessive neglect or unusually gentle use. For a prospective buyer, the priority physical inspection should centre on the front brake discs and pads. On a test drive, listen for any grinding, scraping or pulsing through the brake pedal under firm application, as pitted discs can produce a judder or vibration that is particularly noticeable at low speed or during the final phase of braking. Inspect the visible edge and face of both front discs for a pronounced lip, deep scoring or a blued heat-tarnish appearance, and check that the pads retain adequate friction material. It is also worth asking when the discs were last skimmed or replaced, and whether the caliper sliders have been cleaned and re-greased, since binding calipers are a common underlying cause of uneven disc wear on Transits of this era. Beyond the braking system, attention should turn to the items flagged elsewhere in the record. The front tyres on both sides were noted in 2024 for slight cracking or perishing, so a buyer should examine the sidewalls and tread blocks for any signs of dry rot, splits or uneven wear, particularly on the inner shoulders which can indicate worn suspension bushes or alignment drift on a laden vehicle. The deteriorated front registration plate recorded in 2026 is a minor cosmetic matter, but it serves as a prompt to check the general condition of exterior trim and seals for water ingress. Finally, given the Transit's working vehicle brief, a thorough underside examination or a ramp inspection is advisable to check for the typical Transit vulnerabilities of corroded brake pipes, subframe mounting points, and rear leaf spring hangers, none of which were flagged at test but which commonly develop between MOTs on high-mileage commercial vehicles.