2010 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FL60 WDY

The 2010 Ford Transit currently presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile, with its most recent MOT on 23 January 2026 at 262,191 miles passing without a single defect recorded. This flawless outcome follows a consistent pattern of passing tests with no advisories or failures over the last three years, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The absence of recurring mechanical or structural faults in the official DVSA record suggests the vehicle has been kept in a thoroughly roadworthy state by its recent keeper. Accumulating 262,191 miles over sixteen years equates to an annual average of roughly 16,387 miles, a high figure for a commercial vehicle of this age. Examining the chronological intervals reveals a slight tapering of use; the van covered 13,011 miles between the January 2023 test at 227,722 miles and the January 2024 test at 240,733 miles, followed by 11,502 miles over the next twelve months, and 9,956 miles in the most recent year. While the total mileage remains substantial, the decreasing annual accumulation suggests the vehicle may have transitioned from intense commercial duties to lighter, more localized use recently. Despite the pristine MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential given the quarter-million-mile odometer reading. A buyer must scrutinize the undercarriage and load bay for structural corrosion, a common affliction on high-mileage Transits that MOT testers sometimes overlook if surface rust has not yet perforated the chassis. Suspension components, particularly the front coil springs and rear leaf springs, require close examination for cracking or sagging. Brake discs and pads will be near the end of their service life, so checking for lipping and measuring remaining pad depth is prudent. Drivetrain wear also demands attention at this mileage. Inspect the dual-mass flywheel for excessive play by rocking the engine in gear, and check the clutch for slipping under load. Gearbox synchromesh should be tested for crunching on upshifts, while driveshaft universal joints must be assessed for knocking during tight turns. The lack of historical defects proves the van passes minimum safety standards today, but high-mileage consumables and fatigue items will inevitably require imminent replacement.