2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · NG14 DLD

A clean and unblemished MOT record defines this 2014 Ford Transit, with the most recent test on 30 August 2025 passing without any advisories or defects recorded. Across five recorded tests since 2023, the vehicle has produced two passes with zero observations and two failures that, notably, carry no recorded defect details. While a fail with no defects can occasionally arise from administrative or tester-specific circumstances, the overall pattern shows no recurring mechanical concerns, no chronic advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust components, and no advisory history tying back to specific wear items. The 2024 test and the latest 2025 pass both returned clean sheets, reinforcing that the recorded roadworthiness trend is currently stable with no flagged deterioration in any inspected area. Recorded mileage stands at 109,571 miles across a twelve-year service life, equating to roughly 9,131 miles per year on average. This annual accumulation is broadly typical for a working van of this age and type, sitting comfortably within expected commercial usage parameters. The mileage progression between tests is consistent, with no unusual gaps that would suggest extended periods off the road, nor any sudden jumps that might indicate a clocks discrepancy or rapid commercial mileage accumulation. From a mechanical standpoint, this level of usage means the major drivetrain, clutch, and turbocharged engine components have accrued moderate wear, while consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes will have experienced normal service-life replacement cycles. The absence of any mileage-related advisories on the MOT record further suggests that wear items have been addressed appropriately as they have arisen. For a prospective buyer, the absence of specific advisory data limits the ability to pinpoint exact components requiring closer scrutiny, which means a thorough physical inspection becomes even more important. On a test drive, attention should be paid to the steering and front suspension, listening for any knocking or clonking from the track rod ends, wishbones, or anti-roll bar linkages over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as these are common Transit wear points at this mileage. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive, with no judder under braking that might indicate warped front discs, and the vehicle should pull neither left nor right under steady braking. At low speed, listen for any binding or scraping from the front calipers, and verify that the handbrake holds the van securely on an incline. Given the van's age and mileage, particular care should be taken to inspect the rear leaf spring bushes and shackles, as well as the underfloor bodywork and subframe mounting points for any surface corrosion that could worsen over time. The clutch should engage smoothly without slip under load, and the engine should not emit excessive blue smoke on start-up or under acceleration, which could indicate worn valve guides or turbo seals. Finally, ensure all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition, check that the cooling system shows no signs of recent leakage, and verify that the tyres are of matching brand, tread depth, and specification appropriate for the rear load capacity.