2008 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · FJ58 AEB

The most recent MOT on 2025‑07‑25 recorded a failure, despite no defects being logged, which means the vehicle currently does not satisfy the MOT standard. The history shows a pass in July 2023, another pass in July 2024 and a failure in July 2025, indicating a worsening trend rather than an improving one. Mileage accumulation has been modest over the vehicle’s life. From the failure at 58 886 mi in July 2023 to the pass at 58 890 mi two days later the increase was only four miles. A year later the reading stood at 60 768 mi, then rose to 62 450 mi by July 2025. Over roughly 18 years this equates to about 3 500 mi per year, a low figure for an 2008 Transit that suggests light use or long periods of storage. Low annual mileage preserves consumables but can encourage corrosion and component stagnation. Because the two failures carry no recorded defects, a buyer must inspect the vehicle thoroughly in person. Check the brake system for binding calipers, uneven disc wear and adequate pad clearance. Examine suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or excessive movement. Inspect the chassis and underbody for rust perforation, especially around weld points. Verify tyre tread depth and pressure, and look for cracks or leaks in the exhaust. Finally, review any service records or advisory notes that may have been omitted from the MOT entry, as the absence of recorded defects does not guarantee structural or mechanical integrity.