2017 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · FH67 OPR

The vehicle presents a stable and exemplary maintenance trend, passing every recorded MOT test without a single defect. The most recent test on 5 August 2025 at 112,083 miles yielded a clean bill of health, indicating the van currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. This unblemished record suggests a conscientious approach to servicing and rectifying faults before they escalate into failures. The maintenance trend remains entirely stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural issues documented. The mileage accumulation reveals a distinct shift in usage over the van's lifespan. Between October 2021 at 59,614 miles and October 2022 at 85,190 miles, the vehicle covered 25,576 miles in a single year, indicating a period of intense commercial or high-mileage use. However, the subsequent years show a dramatic reduction in annual mileage. From August 2023 at 110,504 miles to August 2024 at 111,389 miles, the van traveled just 885 miles, and it recorded zero miles between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This prolonged stationary period raises questions about the condition of consumables like rubber seals and tyres, which can perish from standing rather than wear. Despite the flawless MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection must account for the recent stationary period. Tyres may exhibit flat-spotting or sidewall cracking from prolonged sitting under load. Brake discs will likely suffer from surface corrosion if the van has stood for a year without use, potentially causing binding calipers or judder until the rust clears. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for deterioration, as the high mileage peak in 2022 could have accelerated wear on these components. A thorough road test remains essential to verify the exhaust emissions and structural integrity, ensuring the dormant period has not caused latent mechanical issues.