2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FV63 OPE

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by a failure to address deteriorating components between tests. While it passed its most recent MOT on 21 October 2025 at 157,349 miles, it did so with an extensive list of advisories indicating significant neglect of preventative care. The failure just eight days prior at the same mileage revealed critical issues with brake efficiency and excessive brake pipe corrosion, suggesting that the owner only reacts when forced by a test failure rather than maintaining the mechanical health. At 13 years old, the recorded 157,349 miles represent a high workload of approximately 12,100 miles per year. This usage is consistent with a commercial vehicle but has placed heavy strain on the chassis and braking system. Between September 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered nearly 18,000 miles. During this period, suspension issues progressed from minor to multiple failures. The recurring nature of worn bushes and joints indicates that the high-mileage environment is accelerating the degradation of rubber and metal components. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the persistent corrosion noted throughout the braking system. The record consistently flags corroded nearside and offside brake pipes, which progressed from surface rust to excessive corrosion in the October 2025 failure. The suspension is also a major area of concern, with lower suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages repeatedly identified as worn across multiple years. The presence of oil leaks from both the engine and gearbox suggests high-mileage wear that may require expensive sealing in the near future. Structural integrity requires close scrutiny, specifically the offside seat belt anchorage which was flagged for corroded areas in late 2025. Although not deemed excessive yet, rust in these areas often heralds deeper structural issues on Ford Transits. Given that the front tyres were also worn close to the legal limit in the last test, the vehicle is currently nearing the end of several consumable cycles, and the history suggests a vehicle that is operated with minimal investment until necessary repairs become mandatory.