2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LB62 KBF

The MOT history for this 2013 Ford Transit presents an unusually clean mechanical profile, with no advisories or component defects recorded across any of the documented tests. The most recent examination on 6 May 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the previous two annual tests in May 2024 and January 2023 also passed without comment. A failed test on 11 January 2023 likewise recorded no defects, suggesting an administrative or documentation issue rather than a mechanical failure, as the vehicle passed a retest just five days later on 16 January 2023 with a clean sheet. The pattern indicates sustained roadworthiness over the period covered by the records, with no flagged deterioration in braking components, suspension, exhaust integrity, lighting, or structural condition that one might expect from a high-mileage commercial vehicle of this age. With 151,288 miles accumulated over approximately thirteen years, the Transit averages around 11,638 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical range for a working commercial vehicle of its type. This is consistent with steady fleet or trades use rather than intermittent or light private ownership, and there are no anomalous gaps in the testing history to suggest prolonged periods off the road. The mileage accumulation is linear and predictable, with no sudden spikes that might indicate inconsistent odometer readings or rapid commercial deployment. Mechanically, this level of sustained usage places considerable demand on clutch components, dual-mass flywheels if fitted, turbocharger bearings, rear leaf springs, and commercial-duty brake hardware, all of which may now be approaching the latter portion of their service life even though they have not yet triggered an MOT failure or advisory. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should still attend closely to the areas most prone to wear on a high-mileage Transit. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links, track rod ends, or front wishbone bushes; these are common failure items that may not yet have reached the threshold for advisory but could be deteriorating. Under heavy braking, any vibration through the pedal or steering wheel would suggest warped front discs, while a soft or spongy pedal feel could point to worn brake master cylinder seals. From the cab, pay attention to clutch slip under load in higher gears, excessive transmission whine, and any hesitation or boost leak noises from the turbocharger area. The rear suspension warrants particular physical inspection, as leaf springs and their shackle pins are subject to fatigue and corrosion on Transits of this mileage and age. Check for uneven ride height, cracked or sagging leaves, and any signs of rear axle misalignment. Inspect the underside for oil misting around the engine and gearbox joins, which is common on high-mileage diesels, and examine the exhaust system for corrosion at the mounting points and joints, which can fail between MOT tests. Finally, verify the operation of all load-area and rear door components, including the rear step, hinges, and any roller or barn door mechanisms, as wear in these areas often escapes MOT scrutiny but directly affects the vehicle's commercial usability.