2017 Ford Transit Courier 1.0L Petrol · LL67 VPR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs and recurring mechanical faults. While the most recent test on 23 June 2025 at 169,705 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure for critical issues including an inoperative engine management light and suspension arm defects. The persistence of the nearside front suspension arm ball joint play across multiple years suggests a pattern of reactive maintenance where components are only addressed when they trigger a test failure rather than on a preventative basis. The mileage profile is high for a vehicle of this age, averaging nearly 19,000 miles per year. Between April 2024 and June 2025, the van covered 13,015 miles in just 14 months. This rapid accumulation puts significant strain on heavy-duty components. The jump from 134,901 miles in April 2023 to nearly 170,000 miles indicates intensive commercial use, which accelerates the wear on suspension bushings and braking systems. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front steering and suspension geometry. The record repeatedly flags play in the steering rack inner joints and the nearside front ball joint, issues that affect handling and lead to uneven tyre wear. The history also notes a fractured nearside rear coil spring in 2024 following corrosion in 2023; the remaining springs should be checked for structural fatigue or heavy rust given the high mileage. The recurring failure of the engine management light (MIL) indicates a potential underlying electrical or sensor fault that may have been cleared or bypassed rather than permanently repaired. Additionally, the presence of a minor oil leak noted in 2024 requires a physical check to ensure it has not progressed into a more significant engine gasket or oil seal failure. Given the high mileage and the history of thin brake pads, the entire braking system and exhaust assembly should be evaluated for remaining life.