1995 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · M211 CFG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having maintained a clean pass record following its initial failure. The most recent test in November 2025 at 79,478 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This reflects a trend of consistent maintenance since the 2022 failure, indicating that the mechanical and structural components have met the passing standard over the last three years. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 31-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging 2,564 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of inactivity between November 2023 and November 2024, where the vehicle covered only 11 miles, followed by a more active 3365 miles in the following year. While this low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it also implies long periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid stagnation despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, particularly the chassis members, as older vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion that MOT tests may not fully capture. Despite the clean history, the inspector should check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for signs of perished or cracking due to age rather than use. Focus should also be placed on the brake discs and calipers to ensure they have not seized or pitted during the long intervals of inactivity identified in the mileage history.