2008 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · MJ08 EOB

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026‑05‑23 at 138,994 miles, but the test recorded several advisories. The offside and nearside front seat‑belt anchorages show corrosion (7.1.1 (a)(i)), the rear inner suspension spring mountings are similarly corroded (5.3.6 (a)(i)), front brake pads are thin (1.1.13 (a)(ii)), the anti‑roll bar ball joints exhibit slight play (5.3.4 (a)(i)) and there is play in both steering rack inner joints. The overall roadworthiness is acceptable for the current mileage, yet the pattern of corrosion and wear indicates that the vehicle requires careful monitoring. The maintenance trend is worsening: earlier failures in 2023‑2024 involved excessive suspension mount corrosion, reduced seat‑belt anchorage strength, brake‑efficiency deficiencies and non‑functional lamps, all of which were subsequently rectified before the 2025‑04‑02 retest. The recent pass suggests those repairs were effective, but the recurrence of corrosion and brake wear points to an ongoing degradation that a buyer must address. Mileage progression is consistent with typical use for a nine‑year‑old vehicle. From the 44,923 miles recorded on 2017‑04‑05 the odometer reached 138,994 miles by May 2026, an average increase of roughly 7,700 miles per year. The history shows a gap between the 2018‑05‑31 test (49,418 miles) and the next entry in 2021‑01‑12 (78,940 miles), indicating a period without an MOT. Otherwise the interval between tests is roughly annual, which is normal for a commercial van in regular service. A prospective buyer should inspect the areas highlighted by the advisories and past failures. Particular attention is needed for corrosion on inner sills, suspension mountings and seat‑belt anchorages, as these components affect structural integrity and occupant safety. Brake pads and discs should be examined for thin wear and pitting, especially given the recorded thin pads and worn discs at multiple tests. The steering rack and anti‑roll bar joints should be checked for excessive play, and the registration‑plate lamp, stop lamp and wiper blades should be tested for full operation. A thorough visual and mechanical check of the chassis and suspension mounts will reveal whether the corrosion is confined to surface rust or has progressed to a level that could compromise handling and safety.