2010 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · KP10 EFL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 13 May 2026, though the recent history reveals a concerning escalation in structural defects that required immediate remediation. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows a distinct worsening in structural integrity, specifically regarding sill corrosion, which culminated in a failure on the same day as the pass. In the 2026 test at 138,440 miles, the tester flagged significant corrosion reducing the structural rigidity of both the nearside and offside inner sills, a serious mechanical risk that contrasts sharply with the passing certificates issued in 2024 and 2025. While the vehicle passed after apparent repairs, the sudden emergence of critical structural rot on a commercial vehicle suggests long-term exposure to moisture or underseal degradation was ignored by the previous owner. The recorded mileage of 138,440 miles equates to roughly 8,652 miles per year, a typical accumulation for a 16-year-old commercial vehicle. The MOT records indicate consistent usage, with the odometer advancing from 126,310 miles in May 2024 to 138,440 miles by May 2026, averaging around 6,065 miles per year over this specific period. This steady accumulation rules out prolonged periods of inactivity, meaning the structural corrosion and recurring suspension wear are the result of active, unmaintained use rather than sudden neglect after years of standing idle. A prospective buyer must inspect the structural repairs thoroughly. The 2026 failure highlighted severe corrosion on both inner sills, and while a subsequent pass suggests patching, the quality of these welds and the surrounding metal must be verified to ensure the structural integrity is genuinely restored. The recurring advisories regarding the nearside front suspension arm ball joint, which progressed from excessively worn in May 2024 to slight play in May 2026, point to an ongoing issue with front-end wear that likely requires bushing replacement soon. The repeated mentions of offside front tyre wear and a corroded offside rear brake pipe indicate deferred basic maintenance. Buyers should check the brake lines for active corrosion, inspect the exhaust emissions given the persistent minor oil leak, and examine the nearside front tyre for uneven wear matching the suspension play.