2006 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · NG06 RHE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean passing record over the last five years. The most recent inspection on 27 June 2024 at 180,119 miles resulted in no recorded defects. This consistent history of clean sheets across multiple tests suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical or structural failure during the annual DVSA testing cycle. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent with the vehicle's twenty-year age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between June 2020 and June 2024, the Transit covered 20,953 miles, maintaining a steady usage pattern of roughly 5,200 miles between each specific annual test interval. This regular operation indicates consistent use, which often prevents the issues associated with long periods of standing, such as seized components or perished rubber, suggesting the drivetrain remains active. While the digital history shows no major Advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of high-wear areas typical for a commercial of this age and mileage. Older Transit Connects are prone to structural corrosion in the sills, artwork arches, and rear mounting points, which MOT tests do not always capture until structural integrity is compromised. The buyer should also inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue, as the 180,000-mile mark places significant stress on these components irrespective of a clean MOT history.