2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · KV64 DYS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative mechanical care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 120,775 miles passed, it returned advisories for a worn nearside front lower suspension arm bush and corroded offside front brake pipe. These issues are continuations of previous failures, indicating that while critical faults are being addressed to pass the test, underlying suspension and braking components are reaching a state of advanced degradation. The recorded mileage of 120,775 miles over a 12-year period averages to approximately 10,000 miles per year, which is entirely consistent with a commercial Ford Transit of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 4,636 miles between late 2024 and late 2025. This steady accumulation suggests a vehicle used regularly, which explains the progressive wear observed on rubber components and metal pipework. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front end geometry and hydraulic lines. The offside front brake pipe has been flagged for corrosion across three consecutive years; its covering in grease suggests an attempt to mask rust that may eventually lead to fracture. The buyer should also inspect the nearside front wheel bearing and suspension bushes, as these have been noted as deteriorating since 2023 without clear evidence of total replacement. The power steering hoses, which showed significant corrosion in 2024, should be checked for leaks or structural weakness that could lead to steering failure.