2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LL14 AED

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of suspension wear and ongoing engine fluid leaks. While the most recent test in October 2023 at 205,420 miles passed, it noted a deteriorated nearside front ball joint dust cover and non-excessive oil leaks. The recurring nature of these oil leaks across tests in 2021, 2022, and 2023 suggests a slow leak that the previous owners have tolerated rather than proactively repaired. At 205,420 miles, this Transit has clocked a high annual mileage, averaging approximately 17,000 miles per year. The data shows heavy usage between February 2021 and October 2023, where the vehicle covered over 31,000 miles in under thirty months. This rapid accumulation places significant stress on mechanical components. Given the last MOT was recorded in October 2023, the vehicle is now nearly three years overdue for its formal roadworthiness check, which increases the risk that undetected mechanical failures or component degradation have developed since the last professionalSA inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as ball joint play and perished dust covers have appeared repeatedly between 2019 and 2023. The failure in February 2021 regarding ABS faults and high exhaust emissions indicates the engine management and safety systems have previously struggled under high mileage loads. Physical inspection of the source of the oil leak is essential to determine if it is a simple gasket failure or a more significant internal seal issue. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the nearside front and rear rear seat belt buckles should be verified, as these were flagged as damaged in the 2023 entry.