2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · FL17 VOG

The 2017 Ford Transit presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent test on 29 May 2025 at 157,794 miles which passed with no defects recorded. Prior tests on 22 January 2025 at 151,159 miles and 26 January 2024 at 133,483 miles also passed cleanly. The vehicle shows no worsening faults across its recorded history, and the upkeep appears consistent rather than reactive. The mileage stands at 157,794 against an approximate nine-year lifespan, equating to roughly 17,533 miles per year which is high for a light commercial of this age and points to sustained heavy use. The record shows steady annual accumulation: 116,788 miles on 27 January 2023 rising to 133,483 by January 2024, then 151,159 by January 2025. A minor anomaly appears in January 2023 where the tester failed the van on 23 January at 116,579 miles yet passed it four days later at 116,788 miles with no defects listed, suggesting an administrative or clerical rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Given the absence of any advisories for suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions across the full history, the previous keeper clearly maintained the drivetrain and structure to a basic pass standard. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and underbody rust, as MOT passes with zero advisories do not rule out early-stage corrosion on a high-mileage Transit chassis. Check the rear brake calipers for binding and measure tyre tread depth and wiper blade condition, since these consumables wear fast under 17,500 annual miles yet leave no trace on a clean test sheet. The clean record supports purchase confidence, but physical verification of wear items remains prudent at this mileage.