2011 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · MA60 FNF

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent test on April 17, 2025 with no defects recorded. While the overall maintenance trend appears stable, the history shows a consistent pattern of failure immediately preceding a pass in both 2024 and 2025. These results suggest the previous owners employed a reactive maintenance strategy, addressing faults only when they threatened an MOT failure rather than following a preventative service schedule to keep the vehicle defect-free throughout the year. The mileage reflects a high-intensity profile, averaging approximately 17,400 miles per year over its fifteen-year life. Between April 2023 and April 2025, the vehicle covered 19,027 miles, indicating consistent heavy commercial use. This high mileage places significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. The consistent intervals between annual tests show regular operation, but the sheer 261,322-mile mark suggests the nearing the end of its typical operational life for a light-duty transit van. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as high-mileage Transits are prone to accelerated corrosion. Given the recurring test failures, a buyer should specifically check for worn suspension bushes, perished coil springs, and signs of binding calipers that often trigger last-minute repairs. The exhaust system should also be examined for leaks and structural thinning, as the high annual mileage likely exhausts the remaining life of these components unless they have been recently replaced.