2008 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LC08 XMY

The vehicle currently holds a non-roadworthy status following a failed MOT test on April 8 2026 at 95,374 miles. While the vehicle previously passed its inspection in April 2025, the recent trend shows instability in mechanical compliance, having failed three of the last five testing attempts. The lack of recorded defects on the 2026 failure suggests a major structural or motion failure that required immediate rectification or a specific component failure that prevented the vehicle from meeting minimum DVSA standards. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old Transit, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows a significant surge in usage between February 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered over 8,400 miles in just fourteen months, followed by another 4,600 miles in the year leading to the 2026 failure. This intermittent usage pattern suggests that while the drivetrain may have seen less mechanical stress, the vehicle likely suffered from age-related issues such as perished rubber components or fluid degradation during the long periods of standing. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically targeting the chassis rails, sills, and mounting points where corrosion is common on this generation. Given the recent failures despite low mileage, attention should be paid to the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for signs of seizing or excessive cracking. The low mileage often masks deep-seated rust or seized calipers, so a professional check of the underbrak system and the condition of the load-bearing elements is essential before proceeding with a purchase.