2010 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FJ10 HDH

The 2010 Ford Transit presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent examination on 19 March 2026 at 82,636 miles. The tester recorded no defects on this date, confirming the vehicle currently meets roadworthiness standards. Although the record shows two failures in recent years—on 7 March 2024 and 11 February 2026—both were followed by passes at identical or near-identical mileages, indicating prompt rectification of whatever minor issues prompted the initial failures. The absence of recorded defects across the entire history suggests the mechanical and structural condition remains sound, with no persistent or worsening faults. The mileage accumulation is remarkably low for a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 5,165 miles per year. Between the March 2024 test at 81,792 miles and the February 2025 test at 82,215 miles, the van covered just 423 miles. A similar pattern emerges from February 2026 to March 2026, where the mileage shifted by only two miles across the failed and passed tests. Such minimal annual usage points to prolonged periods of standing rather than sustained commercial duty. While low mileage limits drivetrain wear, extended stationary periods introduce their own risks, particularly concerning perishable components and corrosion. Given the low-mileage profile and the lack of specific mechanical advisories in the record, a buyer should focus on the deterioration caused by age and inactivity rather than high-mileage wear. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking and date stamps, as rubber perishes regardless of tread depth. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion and ensure the calipers are not binding, a common issue on vehicles that stand for long durations. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and thoroughly inspect the underbody and structural mounting points for corrosion, which poses a greater threat to a stationary sixteen-year-old Transit than to a high-mileage example.