2007 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LG57 AEB

The 2025‑08‑14 MOT at 100,476 miles resulted in a pass, confirming that the vehicle meets the minimum roadworthiness standards despite recorded defects such as an inoperative registration plate lamp, worn and pitted front brake discs, a corroded front brake pipe, slight play in the offside front track rod end, and corrosion of the offside and nearside front integral body structures. The series of tests from 2023 onward shows a stable maintenance pattern, with no evidence of worsening or improving condition; recurring brake wear and suspension corrosion persist across successive tests. At 19 years old, the 100,476‑mile total equates to roughly 5,300 miles per year, a figure lower than typical for a vehicle of this age and suggesting extended periods of inactivity. Mileage increments reveal recent acceleration: from 87,818 miles in August 2023 to 93,307 miles in July 2024 (a gain of 5,489 miles) and then to 100,476 miles in August 2025 (a gain of 7,169 miles), indicating increased usage in the past two years. Recurring faults point to areas that merit close scrutiny: persistent front brake disc wear and thin pads, corrosion of front and offside sills, and excessive wear of suspension mounting points and track rod ends. The history also records oil leaks, tyre wear near legal limits, and occasional registration plate lamp failures, all of which imply that the previous owners have allowed consumables to degrade without timely replacement. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the brake system, including disc thickness, pad material, and caliper operation, verify the integrity of suspension components such as bushes, ball joints and mounting brackets for rust or play, and examine the chassis for the depth and extent of structural corrosion noted on the sills and integral structures.