2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · EY67 HVT

The 2017 Ford Transit has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with no recurring defects or advisories recorded in any of the five tests. The most recent February 2026 test—conducted just five days before the final pass—confirms the vehicle met all current DVSA standards without fail, though the back-to-back failure and retest at 21,758 miles suggests a brief administrative or procedural oversight rather than a mechanical issue. No structural, suspension, or braking faults have been logged since 2024, indicating the vehicle has not experienced progressive wear in critical areas. However, the lack of advisories or minor faults in any test implies either meticulous maintenance or a history of deferred servicing that has yet to manifest in MOT failures. The recorded mileage of 21,766 miles at the time of the latest test reflects unusually low annual usage for a nine-year-old commercial van, averaging just 2,418 miles per year. This suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate certain forms of degradation such as suspension rubber perishing, brake fluid degradation, or minor corrosion in underbody components. Notably, the mileage remained static between the January 2024 failure and retest—both at 15,213 miles—indicating the vehicle was not driven between these tests, a pattern repeated in the 2026 retest. Such stagnation may have contributed to issues like battery sulphation or tyre tread degradation, though these would not necessarily appear in an MOT unless severe. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear axle bushes and coil springs, which are prone to premature failure in low-mileage vehicles due to prolonged static loading. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be scrutinised for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the van has spent extended periods stationary. Underbody corrosion—common in vans with exposed chassis sections—must be checked thoroughly, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts. The absence of advisories does not preclude hidden issues, so attention to fluid levels (coolant, brake, power steering) and tyre condition (tread depth, sidewall integrity) is essential, as these are not routinely tested but critical to long-term reliability.