2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · NJ64 OHN

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent MOT on 26 August 2025 at 112,003 miles, this followed a significant failure just eleven days prior. That failure revealed critical mechanical deficiencies, including poor parking brake efficiency, excessively fluctuating rear service brakes, and worn suspension bushes. The persistence of a non-excessive oil leak across multiple tests suggests a fault that is only addressed when forced by testing requirements, rather than managed during scheduled service intervals. At 112,003 miles over 12 years, the Transit averages approximately 9,300 miles per year, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. However, there is a notable gap in recorded data between the November 2022 test at 98,708 miles and the August 2025 test. During this period, the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles. The sudden transition from advisories in 2022 to multiple failures in 2025 indicates that components allowed to degrade significantly without intervening maintenance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The record shows a chronic history of corroded brake pipes dating back to 2021, which eventually progressed to excessive corrosion causing a test failure in 2025. The front suspension arm pin bushes and anti-roll bar ball joints have been repeatedly flagged as worn or deteriorated, suggesting the front end is nearing the end of its service life. Attention should also be paid to the seat belt buckle and rear light units, both of which have appeared as recurring defects for several years without permanent resolution.