2003 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · LC53 HOA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a significant decline in mechanical condition following several years of clean records. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 112,404 miles, this followed a comprehensive failure just one day prior at 112,400 miles. The transition from zero defects in 2024 to a long list of suspension and lighting failures indicates that components are reaching the end of their functional life due to age and material fatigue. At 23 years old, the mileage of 112,404 miles represents a low average of approximately 4,887 miles per year. The data shows a period of relative stability between 2022 and 2024, where the vehicle covered roughly 12,000 miles without any issues. However, the vehicle then covered 14,000 miles between April 2024 and September 2025. This sudden increase in usage likely accelerated the degradation of the rubber-based components and ball joints as evidenced by the 2025 failure report. A physical inspection must prioritise the front-end suspension and drivetrain. The 2025 record flagged worn front suspension arm bushes and an excessively worn offside anti-roll bar ball joint, alongside worn rear anti-roll bar bushes. More critically, the severely deteriorated offside outer CV boot and the dirt ingress-prone nearside inner boot suggest a high risk of joint failure if not replaced immediately. The buyer should also check for grease leakage around the driveshaft and verify that the suspension bushes have been replaced rather than merely noted as advisories.