2010 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · MA10 TNK

A pattern of persistent advisories relating to structural corrosion and front suspension wear defines the mechanical history of this sixteen year old Ford Transit, with the most recent test on 3 June 2025 recording a pass but only after a prior failure four days earlier. Across the 2024 and 2025 testing cycles the vehicle has accumulated advisories for chassis corrosion at the offside rear suspension mounting area and nearside front upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area, alongside wear in the nearside front anti-roll bar D shaped bush. The 2024 cycle included a dangerous failure for nearside front tyre tread depth below 1.6mm, and the 2025 cycle followed with matching advisories for both front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the inner or outer edges. A split nearside front outer CV boot was also failed as a major defect on 30 May 2025, alongside a failed offside rear position lamp. These repeated chassis corrosion advisories on a commercial platform of this age warrant close physical inspection, as prescribed area corrosion can progress quickly once initiated on Transits of this generation, particularly around spring seats and axle mountings that carry significant load. Mileage records indicate 112,500 miles over approximately sixteen years, giving an annual accumulation of around 7,031 miles which sits broadly in line with expectations for a working van of this age and type. There are no extended gaps in the recorded testing history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, which is consistent with continuous operational use rather than long term storage. The steady accumulation means consumable wear items such as tyres, brake components and suspension linkages will have accrued corresponding fatigue cycles, and the advisories recorded reflect the typical wear profile expected at this mileage rather than any abnormal usage pattern. The failure to pass on the first attempt in both 2024 and 2025 is worth noting, as the vehicle required rectification of major or dangerous defects immediately before achieving a pass each year. For a prospective buyer, the most pressing physical checks should focus on the front suspension assembly, where the recorded anti-roll bar bush wear and upper spring seat corrosion advisories point to areas that commonly deteriorate on Transits of this vintage. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn drop links, anti-roll bar bushes or top mount deterioration, and pay particular attention to any steering vagueness or clunking through full lock. Inspect the nearside front inner CV joint area for fresh grease contamination around the boot, confirming the May 2025 repair has been completed properly, and check for any subsequent signs of split rubber or weeping grease. Examine the chassis rails and suspension prescribed areas, particularly the offside rear and nearside front spring locations, for any progression of corrosion beyond surface scaling, using a screwdriver or torch to probe around mounting points where advisories were previously raised. The brake system also warrants specific attention given the April 2024 advisory for a corroded offside rear brake pipe covered in grease, as brake line corrosion on Transits tends to advance beneath any surface masking. During a test drive, assess brake pedal feel for any sponginess that might indicate pipe deterioration, listen for grinding or scraping that could suggest worn discs or pads, and check for any pulling to one side under braking which can indicate a binding caliper. Verify the engine oil leak noted across both 2024 tests has been resolved by inspecting the engine block and sump for fresh oil residue, and ensure the management lamp is no longer illuminated following the 2024 MIL inoperative failure. Finally, confirm all lighting functions operate correctly including position lamps, stop lamps and registration plate illumination, as the vehicle has failed multiple bulbs across consecutive tests.