2004 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · KS53 YTP

This 2004 Ford Transit has a concerning history of neglect, with the most recent MOT from January 2024 showing a wide array of advisories. Given today's date of June 2026, the vehicle is significantly overdue for a new MOT test, and its current roadworthiness is unknown. The primary risk pattern is systemic corrosion and deferred maintenance. There is a persistent trend of structural rust affecting the sills and inner wheel arches across multiple years. This condition appears to be worsening, as corrosion issues have migrated and persisted from the rear to the front of the chassis over time. Mechanically, the vehicle shows a stable but poor pattern of wear. Recurring advisories for oil leaks, worn suspension ball joint dust covers, and wheel bearing play suggest a lack of preventative servicing. The frequent mentions of tyres worn to the legal limit further indicate a "run-to-fail" approach to maintenance. Mileage data is insufficient to determine if the vehicle has been over-worked or under-used relative to its age, though the 2020 entry shows high usage at 182,833 miles. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis, sills, and wheel arches for structural rot.