2009 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · NL09 NTO

The 2009 Ford Transit Connect presents a stable maintenance trend, consistently passing its MOT tests without recorded defects. The most recent test on 16 April 2024 at 145,025 miles passed cleanly. However, as of today's date in July 2026, this MOT certificate has expired, meaning the vehicle currently lacks a valid roadworthiness certificate. The maintenance history suggests a pattern of consistent, if basic, upkeep rather than neglect, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults appearing in the official DVSA records. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical light commercial use for a vehicle of this age. Between 2 July 2021 at 129,991 miles and 19 April 2023 at 140,367 miles, the van covered 10,376 miles over roughly twenty months. The subsequent year saw a slight slowdown, accumulating 4,658 miles between April 2023 and April 2024. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded distances, indicating regular usage rather than prolonged standing or excessive long-distance hauling. Despite the clean pass history, the failed test on 4 July 2022 at 135,170 miles warrants attention, even though the specific defect was not recorded in the supplied data. A buyer should inspect the components commonly tested during MOTs, focusing on structural integrity around the suspension mounting points and subframes, as well as the condition of brake discs and calipers. Given the vehicle's age and 145,025 miles, a thorough underbody inspection is essential to check for corrosion on the chassis, exhaust system, and brake lines. Tyre condition and suspension bushes should also be examined for wear, as these consumables naturally degrade over time regardless of the clean MOT record.