2011 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · GL11 ODF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards reactive neglect. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 98,166 miles, the record reveals multiple defects that were not present in previous years. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a series of failures in 2025 and 2026 suggests that the current owner is only addressing faults necessary to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a fifteen-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. Between the 2024 test at 88,109 miles and the May 2026 test at 98,166 miles, the vehicle covered 10,057 miles in two years. This relatively low annual usage explains the appearance of wear on consumables like tyres, but the low total mileage indicates that the mechanical components are likely suffering more from age-related degradation rather than sheer distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and exhaust assembly. The tester flagged corroded brake pipes at both front and rear in 2025 and 2026, with the latest entry noting they were covered in grease, which often indicates an attempt to hide structural rust. The exhaust system also showed a minor leak in 2026 following previous reports of corrosion in 2025, suggesting the system is nearing the end of its functional life and requires replacement. Attention should also be paid to the suspension and wheel components. The noisy nearside front wheel bearing noted in 2025 remains a point of concern for future failure, while frequent mentions of tyres worn to the legal limit or on the edges across multiple years suggest a lack of basic vehicle upkeep or potential alignment issues. The recurring failure of the stop lamp and registration lamp further indicates a pattern of overlooking basic electrical checks by the previous keeper.