2022 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · MJ72 GZO

The 2022 Ford Transit presents a clean bill of health on its most recent MOT, having passed on 26 September 2025 at 22,134 miles with zero defects recorded. This single-entry history shows a stable and unblemished maintenance trend, though the limited dataset means there is no multi-year pattern of recurring faults to analyse. The absence of advisories or failures is a positive indicator of sound mechanical condition at the time of that test. Mileage accumulation tells a consistent story of light use. The vehicle recorded 22,134 miles by late September 2025, having covered roughly 5,534 miles per year since its 2022 registration. This is well below the UK average annual mileage of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles for a commercial van of this type. The MOT entry aligns with this low-mileage profile, and there are no gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record to suggest tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The data is sparse but entirely clean. Despite the spotless MOT result, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that low-mileage vans are particularly susceptible to. Tyres may show uneven wear or sidewall deterioration from age rather than mileage, so check the date codes and tread condition carefully. Brake discs and pads can develop surface corrosion from short trips and standing periods, potentially leading to binding calipers or reduced braking efficiency that a single MOT pass does not guarantee against. Suspension components, including bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, should be inspected for perishing or corrosion, as infrequent use does not eliminate the risk of rubber degradation over time. The exhaust system and underbody deserve close attention for signs of corrosion, particularly around mounting points and joints, which can develop even on low-mileage vehicles exposed to road salt and moisture. Given the Transit's commercial origins, check the load area floor, sills, and cab mounting points for any structural rust or fatigue cracking that could compromise long-term integrity. A clean MOT record is encouraging, but it represents a single snapshot. Hands-on verification of these components will confirm whether the van's mechanical condition matches its paper history.