2022 Ford Transit Connect 250LMITED Eblu 1.5L Diesel · FL72 XUB

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT test on 8 October 2025. However, the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The tester flagged multiple immediate advisories related to consumable wear, specifically nearside and offside front tyres and thinning front brake pads, suggesting that the previous owner waited for components to reach legal limits or near-failure points before addressing them. At 79,458 miles, this four-year-old Ford Transit Connect has covered approximately 20,000 miles per year. This high rate of accumulation suggests heavy commercial use or consistent motorway mileage, which accelerates the degradation of suspension components and drivetrain parts. Since the most recent test occurred less than eight months ago, the data provides a current snapshot of the vehicle, but the high mileage places significant stress on the turbocharger and braking system compared to lower-usage counterparts. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension assembly and braking hardware. The noted wear on the edges of both the nearside and offside front tyres often points to alignment issues or worn-out front wisharm bushes and ball joints. Given the thin brake pads identified in October, a buyer should also inspect the brake discs for scoring or uneven wear to ensure the pads were not run down to damaging the rotors. Checking the chassis for signs of structural corrosion is also essential, as high-mileage commercial vehicles are frequently exposed to harsh environments that compromise structural integrity over time.