2008 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · OV08 KDO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The final test conducted on 16 October 2021 at 241,220 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle met all safety and environmental standards at that time. This follows a period of clean passes in 2020 and 2019, suggesting that the previous owners maintained the mechanical and structural components sufficiently to avoid recurring test failures. The mileage accumulation is significant for an 18-year-old commercial, totaling 241,220 miles which averages out to approximately 13,400 miles per annum. The data shows consistent usage between 2018 and 2021, where the vehicle covered roughly 12,000 miles in three years. However, there is a concerning gap in records since the last test in October 2021. As of June 2026, the vehicle is nearly five years overdue for its MOT, leaving the current roadworthiness unknown. The high mileage has placed extreme demand on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking system. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components due to the age and high mileage. Transit Connect models of this era are prone to significant corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and floor mounting points. Given the distance covered, you should check for worn rubber bushes, perished control arms, and signs of leaking shock absorbers. Because the vehicle has not been tested in five years, the condition of the brake lines, tyres, and exhaust system is critical, as these components have likely degraded significantly regardless of the mileage recorded.