2019 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · FL69 DFK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile despite several recent advisories regarding consumable wear. The most recent test on 17 June 2026 at 38,868 miles indicates a sudden requirement for replacement parts, specifically four tyres worn close to the legal limit and thinning front brake pads. This follows a similar advisory for thinning rear brake pads during the 20 March 2025 test at 35,229 miles. While these issues represent standard wear and tear, the simultaneous failure of all four tyres suggests a period of deferred maintenance on consumables rather than a mechanical fault. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2019 vehicle, averaging approximately 5,553 miles per year. The record shows a significant jump of 6,896 miles between the January 2024 test and the March 2025 test, followed by a further 3,639 miles in the 15 months leading up to June 2026. This pattern suggests the vehicle has transitioned from very light use to more regular, consistent mileage. The clean record from 5 January 2024 at 28,323 miles confirms a period where the vehicle was maintained in good mechanical order with no defects recorded. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The recurring advisories for thinning brake pads in both 2025 and 2026 suggest the braking components are nearing the end of their service life and may require immediate replacement. Given that the 2026 test flagged both front pads and all four tyres as being near legal limits, the vehicle will likely require an immediate investment in these items to remain compliant. Beyond the consumables, the history shows no indications of structural corrosion or suspension component failure. The only non-mechanical issue noted was a slightly damaged nearside mirror in the December 2022 test at 23,727 miles. The absence of advisories regarding exhaust emissions, steering, or suspension bushes suggests the underlying mechanical integrity remains sound, provided the immediate wear items are addressed.