2011 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LG61 FWN

The April 2024 test at 224,432 miles returned a pass, but the advisory list signals a worsening trend. Both front and rear brake discs are recorded as worn, pitted or scored, and the underside is noted as undersealed, which can obscure corrosion. The van has covered roughly 15,000 miles per year since 2011, reaching 224,432 miles by the last test. Annual tests have been consistent, with a single failure in October 2016 at 118,074 miles for a leaking front fuel tank and tyre defects, rectified the following day. A gap between the 2018 and 2020 tests saw mileage climb from 142,658 to 165,977, indicating steady commercial use. Nearside front tyre wear on the outer edge has appeared at three separate tests — 2016, 2020 and 2022 — pointing to a persistent suspension geometry or steering issue that has not been corrected. Rear brake pads were flagged as thinning in 2020, and the 2024 advisory confirms disc deterioration across all four corners. A gearbox oil seal leak emerged at the 2022 test, and the 2014 advisory noted play in the nearside front wheel bearing at 71,467 miles, though no further mention appears. A buyer should prioritise a thorough brake inspection, measuring disc thickness and checking for caliper binding, while verifying the gearbox seal repair. The undersealed underside demands close examination for hidden structural corrosion, especially around chassis legs and suspension mounts. Wheel alignment and suspension bush condition on the nearside front must be assessed to resolve the recurring tyre wear, and the historic fuel tank leak area should be checked for residual seepage.