2009 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · ML59 ENW

This 2009 Ford Transit presents a stable roadworthiness record in its most recent MOT cycles, with the February 2026 test at 143,933 miles showing no defects—a clean outcome repeated across the past three annual inspections. The sole anomaly is the January 2024 failure, which lacks documented defects, suggesting either a minor oversight or a procedural error rather than a mechanical issue. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the last four tests indicates no obvious signs of neglect or deteriorating components, though the lack of detail in the failure entry raises a minor caveat for due diligence. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,467 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no sudden spikes or prolonged inactivity to suggest heavy commercial use or prolonged storage. The gap between the January 2024 failure and the subsequent January 2024 pass—just four days apart—implies swift rectification of an unspecified issue, though the lack of recorded defects in either test leaves the exact nature unresolved. The consistency in mileage increments further supports a well-maintained history, with no red flags in wear patterns. For a prospective buyer, the absence of defects does not eliminate the need for a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Key areas to scrutinise include the suspension components—particularly the bushes and coil springs—given the vehicle’s age and mileage, as well as the brake system for signs of binding calipers or uneven disc wear. Structural integrity should also be checked for corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, while the exhaust emissions system may warrant closer examination if the January 2024 failure involved any unrecorded issues. Tyre condition and tread depth should be verified, though the MOT history offers no indication of prior failures in this area.