2009 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · HY58 CFE

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile due to a lack of recent testing for over four years. While it passed its last recorded MOT in April 2022 at 22,458 miles, there is no documented evidence to verify its current condition. The maintenance trend shows a decline leading up to the 2022 failure, where multiple mechanical and rubber components were flagged simultaneously. Given the significant time elapsed since the last inspection, the structural integrity and operational status of safety-critical systems remain unknown without an immediate physical assessment. The mileage figures are exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old Ford Transit, totalling only 22,458 miles which averages to roughly 1,300 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, which often leads to specific degradation issues rather than mechanical wear. Between December 2020 and April 2022, the vehicle covered only 1,864 miles. This pattern of inactivity explains the presence of perished tyres and corroded brake pipes in the record, as rubber components and metal surfaces degrade through age and exposure rather than through regular use. A buyer must focus inspection on the recurring faults identified in the 2022 test. The tester noted pitted and scored both rear brake discs and a corroded offside rear brake pipe, indicating that moisture-induced corrosion is prevalent. The nearside front suspension arm bush also showed signs of wear, which likely worsened during the stationary periods. Furthermore, the hand brake effort was only at the legal limit of 17%, suggesting the mechanism may require adjustment or replacement. Close inspection of the tyre sidewalls for cracking is essential, as the previous record already flagged perishing and cracking due to age.