2006 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · LS55 OSB

The vehicle presents a significant concern regarding roadworthiness and a clear trend of worsening structural integrity. While it passed its most recent test on June 6 2025 at 203,717 miles, this result followed a catastrophic failure just months prior where multiple structural defects were identified. The transition from failing for excessive corrosion on the chassis and steering mounting points to a pass suggests that only superficial repairs or temporary fixes were made to satisfy the immediate tester requirements, rather than a comprehensive restoration of the vehicle's aging frame. At 203,717 miles, this twenty-year-old Ford Transit has followed a consistent usage pattern of approximately 10,000 miles per year. However, the record reveals a concerning gap in data; between March 2024 and March 2025, the vehicle failed with 0 miles recorded because the tester was unable to read the mileage. This suggests the vehicle sat stationary for an extended period or suffered an instrument failure, which aligns with the perished rear tyres and heavy corrosion noted in the 2024 advisory. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points. The March 2025 failure flagged excessive corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength on the outriggers and inner wheel arches. These are critical structural safety risks that indicate the metalwork is failing. Furthermore, the recurring issue with the offside rear brake pipe and the split nearside front CV boot indicates a history of neglected preventative maintenance. The buyer should also check for further spread of the rust and verify that the previous electrical faults and mirror replacements have been properly addressed.