2009 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · NG09 UED

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025‑11‑12 at 118 776 miles, receiving only advisories for a damaged windscreen, frayed offside front seat‑belt webbing and rear brake discs showing wear and pitting. The preceding test just seven days earlier (2025‑11‑05, 118 765 miles) had failed, highlighting a recent corrective effort that restored roadworthiness. The trend shows improvement after a series of failures in 2025, notably the September failure, indicating the issues have been addressed rather than persisting. Mileage accumulation has slowed markedly in the final months of the record. Between the September 2025 failure (118 743 miles) and the November pass (118 776 miles) only 33 miles were added over roughly two months, a low rate compared with the 2 577 mile increase recorded between the 2024‑09‑09 test (116 166 miles) and the September 2025 failure. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 MOTs was approximately one year, after which three closely spaced tests in 2025 suggest an intensive inspection and repair cycle. This pattern points to lighter vehicle use or extended periods of storage in the most recent period. A buyer should inspect the brake system for disc wear and pitting, check the brake pipes for corrosion, and test wheel bearings for smoothness. Suspension components, especially inner mounting areas, should be examined for corrosion and ball‑joint wear, while the anti‑roll bar bushes and steering rack inner joints need verification for excessive play. Seat‑belt anchorages and webbing must be inspected for reduced strength or fraying, and the prop‑shaft bearing should be checked for noise. Oil leaks, exhaust condition, tyre pressures and tread depths, windscreen damage and registration‑plate lamp operation are also essential checks to confirm that the recent advisories have been fully resolved. The history shows a period of neglect with multiple structural and mechanical failures, but the recent rapid succession of tests indicates those issues have been remedied. A thorough pre‑purchase inspection focusing on brakes, suspension, corrosion and ancillary systems will confirm the vehicle’s current condition and ensure no latent defects remain.