2009 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · LS59 OFH

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2009 Ford Transit was conducted on 2 July 2025, at which the vehicle achieved a PASS with no advisories or defects recorded. Prior to that, the test on 22 March 2024 also resulted in a clean pass. Looking further back, the March 2023 pass was issued with only a minor lighting defect and two advisories relating to suspension components, while the earlier May 2022 pass similarly recorded advisories for worn anti-roll bar bushes alongside a minor registration plate lamp issue. Overall, the maintenance trend appears stable and arguably improving. The 2023 test history did include a failure, but it was caused by relatively minor electrical and suspension dust cover issues that have since been resolved, with no further defects appearing in the two most recent tests. This indicates that the operator has addressed previously flagged items and the vehicle is currently in a roadworthy and compliant condition. The recorded mileage of 138,165 miles over approximately 17 years equates to an average annual usage of around 8,127 miles, which is broadly typical for a commercial van of this age. This figure suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for prolonged periods, which is generally favourable for mechanical components such as brakes, seals and the drivetrain. While there are no extreme gaps or clusters of very high annual mileage visible from the supplied MOT data points, the cumulative mileage is still significant. At this level of use, wear-related replacement of items such as clutches, dual-mass flywheels, turbochargers, suspension springs and injector seals should be considered as part of the vehicle's service history, particularly given the working nature of a Transit van. Given the recurring advisories for anti-roll bar bushes and the wheel bearing play noted in 2023, it is prudent to thoroughly inspect the suspension and underbody. On a test drive, listen for clunks, knocks or rattles over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front nearside and across the rear axle, which would suggest that worn bushes have progressed to the point of excessive movement. Uneven tyre wear, particularly on the inside edges, can also indicate worn suspension components. The front wheel bearing should be checked by rocking the wheel at the front to detect any looseness, and any humming that changes with vehicle speed could indicate deterioration. Anti-roll bar drop links and their rubber D-bushes are common wear items on Transits of this mileage and age, and replacement costs should be factored into any purchase negotiations. Beyond the recorded advisories, age-related condition checks are essential on a seventeen-year-old commercial vehicle. Tyres should be examined for sidewall cracking and perishing caused by age rather than tread depth alone, as old rubber can fail suddenly even with adequate tread. The 12V battery should be tested for state of health, as prolonged standing or short journeys can lead to flat cells. Brake calipers are prone to seizing on Transits of this vintage, so the vehicle should be rolled to confirm the wheels spin freely and without binding. Coolant, brake fluid and engine oil should be inspected for service history compliance, as fluids degrade with calendar age irrespective of mileage. Finally, the underside should be examined for corrosion, paying particular attention to suspension arms, subframes and the load floor, while the exhaust system should be checked for blowing joints and corrosion, all of which are typical concerns for a high-mileage commercial vehicle of this age.