2017 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · MF17 WFX

The 2017 Ford Transit Connect currently holds a valid MOT that was issued on 23 March 2026 at 139,282 miles, with only a minor advisory for front brake pads wearing thin. The maintenance trend over the last three years is broadly stable, though not without recurring issues. In the March 2024 test cycle, the vehicle initially failed on exhaust emissions and a front oil leak before passing the following day at a slightly lower mileage, suggesting the faults were addressed promptly. Brake-related advisories have appeared in both 2023 and 2026, indicating ongoing wear on the braking system rather than a one-off defect. The recorded mileage of 139,282 miles represents an average of roughly 15,476 miles per year, which is high for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The annual mileage accumulation has been consistent, with intervals of approximately 19,000 miles between the March 2023 and March 2024 tests, and around 12,200 miles between April 2025 and March 2026. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the testing pattern indicates regular annual use with timely retests following the 2024 failure. A buyer should pay close attention to the front braking system during any physical inspection. The 2026 advisory for thin front brake pads, combined with the 2023 advisory for worn and pitted rear brake discs, points to a pattern of above-average brake wear consistent with high-mileage commercial use. The front oil leak flagged in March 2024, even though described as not excessive at the time, warrants investigation for any fresh seepage around the engine bay or transmission. The exhaust emissions failure in 2024 also suggests the engine may have been running rich or suffering from injector or catalytic converter inefficiency, so a live emissions check and inspection of the DPF system would be prudent. Given the high annual mileage, suspension bushes, coil springs, and steering components should be examined for fatigue, particularly if the vehicle has carried heavy loads regularly.