2010 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · MF10 JZJ

The 2010 Ford Transit’s most recent MOT, dated 30 May 2022, resulted in a pass, but this follows a catastrophic failure just 10 days prior on 20 May 2022 that revealed severe, widespread structural and mechanical defects, indicating a sharply worsening maintenance trend rather than stable or improving upkeep. No mileage figures are recorded across any of the four MOT tests in the available history, so there is no data to assess usage patterns relative to the vehicle’s 16-year age as of June 2026, and the inconsistent gaps between test dates are notable. The 10-day interval between the March 2021 failed test and April 2021 pass indicates the owner only rectified the minor listed faults to secure a pass, rather than carrying out broader preventative maintenance, while the 33-month gap between the July 2019 pass and March 2021 test suggests long periods without routine MOT-aligned checks. A buyer must conduct a full in-person inspection focused on the severe defects flagged in the May 2022 failed test, as the subsequent pass only 10 days later does not confirm these issues were permanently resolved. Priority checks include structural integrity of both rear cross members for corrosion that reduces rigidity, confirmation the vehicle body is squarely mounted to the chassis, and inspection of the rear prop shaft flexible coupling for excessive deterioration. Front suspension components require close scrutiny, including the anti-roll bar ball joints, track rod ends, and suspension arm ball joints for wear or play, alongside the rear leaf spring shackle pins and bushes that appeared as advisories in 2021 tests. Front brake pipes must be checked for corrosion, and both front seat belt anchorages tested for prescribed area strength and continuity, as the 2022 failure noted significant reduction in both units. All exterior lighting, including outline markers, side repeaters, headlamps, and registration plate lamps, should be verified as functional, and the engine’s MIL checked for active fault codes, alongside a check for oil leaks around the engine.