2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LD12 SFX

This 2012 Ford Transit has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past four MOT cycles, with no defects recorded in any of the five tests conducted between August 2022 and September 2025. The most recent test on 2025-09-04—despite being a duplicate entry—confirms the vehicle passed without failings, though the anomaly of two identical records on the same date warrants verification of the test centre’s data integrity. There are no advisories or recurring faults in the official history, suggesting the tester did not identify any hidden issues requiring owner attention. However, the absence of defects does not preclude wear beyond MOT thresholds, particularly in areas like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper binding, which are not routinely inspected to failure. The recorded mileage of 69,229 miles over 14 years equates to approximately 4,945 miles annually, a figure significantly lower than the UK average for vehicles of this age. This pattern suggests the Transit has either seen light commercial use or prolonged periods of disuse, which could mitigate some wear but may also indicate neglect in fluid changes or minor servicing. The mileage increments between tests are consistent—around 1,300 miles per year—with no abrupt jumps or prolonged gaps that might signal extended off-road use or storage issues. The most recent MOT was conducted just 10 months ago, placing it well within the DVSA’s recommended 12-month interval for commercial vehicles, though the duplicate entry on 2025-09-04 is unusual and should prompt further clarification. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear axle bushes and coil springs, as these are common wear points in commercial vans of this age. The brakes, while not failed in testing, should be scrutinised for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been used for heavy loads. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe is another critical area to assess, as rust can compromise structural integrity without immediately failing an MOT. The lack of advisories does not rule out minor issues like worn wiper blades or low fluid levels, so verifying service records for brake fluid, power steering, and differential oil changes is advisable. The absence of defects in the MOT history is a positive indicator, but the duplicate test date raises questions about the vehicle’s true maintenance history.