2008 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · NL08 WDT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data, having passed its last recorded MOT on 9 January 2024. The absence of defects or advisories across multiple years suggests a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that satisfies basic legal requirements. However, the record shows a gap in testing between January 2024 and the current date of July 2026, meaning the vehicle has been off the road or untested for over two years. The mileage is high for a 2008 model, averaging nearly 13,000 miles per year. A significant jump in usage occurred between August 2021 and October 2022, where the odometer rose from 204,139 to 224,963 miles in just 14 months. The mileage then plateaued, remaining at 233,191 miles from the January 2024 test through to the present. This suggests the vehicle transitioned from a high-use workhorse to a period of prolonged inactivity. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. While the MOT history is clean, the age and high mileage of this Transit make it susceptible to structural corrosion and wear on suspension bushes and coil springs that may not have been flagged in previous tests. The long period of standing since early 2024 increases the risk of seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and degraded battery health. The lack of recorded advisories is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, which may indicate a lenient testing history rather than a flawless mechanical state. Particular attention should be paid to the drivetrain and exhaust emissions during a test drive to ensure the high-mileage engine remains efficient and free of oil leaks.