2007 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · ML57 RUU

The vehicle presents a concerning trend of structural degradation and deferred maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 160,735 miles, this result followed a significant failure just two months prior. The data from the August 2025 failure reveals critical structural issues, including excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension mounting area and the offside rear outer vehicle structure. Although the October 2025 test noted that structural rigidity was not significantly reduced, the presence of underseal over corroded sills and a weakened chassis suggests an attempt to mask ongoing rust issues rather than resolve the underlying metalwork. At 160,735 miles over 19 years, the Transit averages approximately 8,460 miles per year, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. However, the inspection history shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. Between August 2024 and August 2025, the vehicle covered over 3,500 miles, yet it failed multiple times on essential components including front brake discs, pads, and suspension joints. The recurring mention of play in anti-roll bar linkage ball joints across multiple years indicates that suspension components are being run until they approach failure limits rather than replaced during. Mechanical attention must be paid to the braking and steering systems. The record consistently flags corroded brake pipes at all corners, with the August 2025 test identifying the front pipes as excessively corroded. The discovery of play in the steering rack inner joints in late 2025 is a serious concern that affects vehicle handling and safety. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the sills and crossmembers for hidden rot, as the previous reports highlight multiple structural repairs and spot welds that have been covered with underseal.