2013 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · LC13 DND

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 6 August 2025, though the overall maintenance trend indicates a pattern of neglect regarding basic consumables and minor repairs. The rapid succession of a failure followed by a pass in August 2025 suggests that the previous owner addressed only the absolute minimum requirements to obtain a certificate rather than performing preventative maintenance. The presence of an engine management light fault and persistent oil leaks in the most recent test cycle points to underlying mechanical issues that remain unresolved despite the vehicle passing its inspection. With 152,211 miles recorded over thirteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 11,700 miles annually, which is consistent with typical commercial usage for a Ford Transit Connect. The mileage accumulation has remained steady, with roughly 1,500 miles added between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This indicates the vehicle has been in regular operation rather than sitting idle, which generally helps prevent issues related to long-term storage, such as seized components or fuel degradation, though the history reveals a failure to address wear-and-tear items until they reach a critical state. Prospective buyers should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the oil leak noted in the 2023 and 2025 tests. The recurring advisories for windscreen damage and the history of failing for basic lighting and tyre condition suggest a lack of routine owner oversight. You must specifically check the anti-roll bar ball joints for play, as these were flagged as defective in the most recent failure, and inspect the rear brake discs for the pitting and scoring previously noted. Given the age and mileage, pay close attention to the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting points, as the frequency of minor component failures often masks more significant wear in high-mileage commercial vehicles.