2007 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · HD07 KKS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical integrity. While it passed the most recent test on 12 June 2026 at 145,222 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior due to critical structural defects. The tester identified excessive corrosion on the rear suspension component mounting areas, which significantly reduced structural strength. Although these specific points were cleared in the subsequent pass, the presence of such deep corrosion indicates the chassis is entering a stage of advanced degradation. The recorded mileage of 145,222 miles over 19 years represents an average annual usage of approximately 7,600 miles, which is consistent with typical light for a vehicle of this age. The data shows steady annual use, with roughly 3,800 miles covered between June 2025 and June 2026, and another 3,800 miles in the preceding year. This consistent pattern suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, which explains the age-related wear of rubber components and metalwork rather than high-mile stress. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, focusing on the rear suspension mounting points where the recent structural failure occurred. The record shows a persistent oil leak that has been noted since at least 2024, suggesting a chronic issue that remains unaddressed. Because the steering rack gaiters and both front inner drive shaft CV boots were flagged as missing or severely deteriorated in June 2026, these must be verified as replaced to prevent failure. Additionally, the front brake discs have been noted as pitted and scored for three consecutive years, indicating they are nearing the end of their effective life.