2007 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · MF07 XFS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in January 2026 at 208,129 miles passed with a single minor defect regarding an inoperative offside registration plate lamp. This follows a significant failure in February 2024 where the vehicle failed multiple critical points including hydraulic brakes and suspension. While the immediate safety failures were rectified, the recurring electrical faults suggest inconsistent minor maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a nineteen-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between February 2024 and January 2026, the vehicle covered 32,634 miles, indicating heavy recent usage of over 16,000 miles per annum during that period. This high rate of use places significant strain on drivetrain and chassis components. The consistent annual intervals between tests suggest the vehicle remains in regular service, but the high mileage accelerates wear on components typical of this age. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front suspension and braking system. The February 2024 failure highlighted a leaking brake pipe and play in the lower ball joint, and while these passed the subsequent test, these areas should be checked for signs of renewed corrosion or weeping at the hydraulic lines. The persistent oil leak noted in 2024 remains a point of concern that requires close inspection of the engine seals to ensure it does not evolve into a catastrophic seal failure. Given the age and mileage, a structural inspection of the chassis and mounting points for corrosion is also essential, as the MOT record does not detail the state of the metalwork between tests.