2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FN62 LNT

The maintenance trend demonstrated by the official record remains stable, with the vehicle passing every MOT without a single defect recorded. The most recent test on 5 February 2024 at 175,447 miles resulted in a clean pass. Despite this historically strong record, the current roadworthiness status is highly uncertain. The MOT certificate expired in February 2025, leaving the vehicle untested for over two years and rendering it illegal to drive without a valid certificate. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct shift in usage before the vehicle was parked up. Between 31 January 2023 at 157,899 miles and 31 January 2024 at 175,441 miles, the van covered approximately 17,500 miles, a sharp increase from the 7,700 miles recorded the prior year. Since the February 2024 retest, the mileage has remained entirely static at 175,447 miles. This indicates the vehicle has been stationary for over two years, which introduces its own mechanical risks. With no recurring mechanical faults or structural advisories in the record, a buyer must focus on the risks associated with a high-mileage commercial vehicle standing idle. Tyres will likely suffer from flat-spotting and sidewall cracking from prolonged stationary weight. Brake discs will almost certainly exhibit surface corrosion, and calipers may be prone to binding after such inactivity. A thorough inspection of the chassis and outriggers is essential to rule out structural corrosion, a common issue on older Transits, while suspension bushes and drivetrain components should be checked for perishing due to age and lack of use.