2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · LG17 EYH

The vehicle shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance, with a worsening trend in component degradation. The most recent test on 11 June 2025 at 100,426 miles saw a failure due to seriously weakened front brake discs and an inoperative stop lamp. While the vehicle passed shortly after, the escalation from pitted or scored discs in 2024 to seriously weakened discs in 2025 indicates that critical braking components are being left to deteriorate beyond acceptable safety limits before replacement. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 41,807 miles in June 2021 to 100,426 miles by June 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the frequency of failures suggests the vehicle is often operated until components reach a point of legal non-compliance. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking the current thickness and surface condition of the front and rear discs and pads. The history shows recurring issues with brake wear and disc corrosion, including noise from the rear reported in 2021. Given the 2024 failure involving a split suspension arm ball joint dust cover and a drive shaft CV boot, the entire front suspension and drivetrain assembly requires close scrutiny for grease leaks, perished rubber gaiters, and play in the joints. The recurring presence of lighting faults, such as the registration plate lamp failing in 2024 and 2025, and the stop lamp failure in 2025, suggests basic electrical upkeep is neglected. Furthermore, the 2020 report of a deformed offside sill warrants a careful check for structural integrity and signs of corrosion or impact damage in the chassis area. While tyre issues appear to be standard consumable wear, the tendency to run tyres close to the legal limit or with damage suggests a lack of routine preventative checks.