2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · HJ67 CKY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern of mechanical wear and deferred attention. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 101,479 miles passed, it introduced four new advisories that were not present in the previous year. This represents a shift away from the clean record seen in 2024, indicating that the vehicle is now entering a phase where suspension and tyre components are reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical commercial use profile, averaging approximately 11,275 miles per year over its nine-year life. There was a significant jump of 15,672 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, followed by another 4,518 miles before the most recent inspection. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which explains the accelerated wear on consumables like tyres and the fluid-related components noted in the later records. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the 2025 test flagged a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with play and a distorted nearside front road wheel. These issues, combined with the recurring brake pipe corrosion from 2023, suggest the vehicle may have suffered impacts or suffers from alignment issues. The reported oil leak in the 2025 test also requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a minor weeping seal or a more significant leak that could lead to engine degradation. The history also highlights a pattern of poor tyre management, evidenced by the 2023 failure for bald tyres and the subsequent 2025 advisories for a perished nearside rear tyre and a nailed front tyre. The presence of grease on corroded brake pipes in 2023 is often an attempt to hide rust from a tester, so a buyer should verify the structural integrity of the brake lines and ensure that the corrosion has been properly replaced rather than merely masked.