2017 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · EY17 BOF

The 2017 Ford Transit Connect has demonstrated a stable but inconsistent MOT history, with the most recent test on 2025-05-08 passing without defects at 53,814 miles. The immediate preceding test, just a day earlier on 2025-05-07, failed—though curiously, no specific defects were recorded, suggesting either a technical error or a minor oversight in reporting. This pattern of back-to-back tests at identical mileages repeats from the previous cycle in 2024, where both the 2024-04-15 and 2024-04-17 tests occurred at 46,947 miles, again with no defects logged. While the vehicle has not failed for structural or safety-critical faults in the last three cycles, the lack of clarity around the failures raises questions about whether underlying issues were present but not formally documented. The recorded mileage of 53,814 miles over nine years equates to approximately 5,979 miles annually, which is unusually low for a commercial van of this age. The gap between tests—particularly the 15-month interval between the 2023 and 2024 cycles—suggests periods of inactivity. The identical mileage figures for paired tests (e.g., 46,947 miles in April 2024) imply either a reset or a lack of consistent mileage tracking, which could mask accelerated wear. Buyers should verify whether the odometer has been tampered with, as such discrepancies often accompany vehicles with hidden maintenance issues. Given the lack of documented defects, no major recurring faults are evident from the MOT record. However, the vehicle’s age and low mileage suggest potential wear in suspension components—particularly coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers—which may not have been rigorously tested. The brakes, while not explicitly flagged, warrant inspection for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has experienced prolonged stationary periods. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or the subframe should also be examined, as rust can compromise structural integrity without always appearing in MOT tests. A thorough check of the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion is advisable, given the van’s exposure to varying conditions.