2021 Ford Transit Courier 1.5L Diesel · OV21 EFX

This 2021 Ford Transit Courier has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 2025-09-24, passing without any defects at 119,413 miles. The absence of advisories or failures in the last two tests—spanning 32,120 miles—suggests no recurring mechanical issues have been detected by the tester. However, the 2024-05-01 entry is anomalous: the vehicle was tested twice on the same date, both passing, which may indicate a clerical error rather than a genuine mechanical concern. For a vehicle of this age and mileage, the lack of failings is noteworthy, though the high annual mileage (approximately 23,883 miles per year) demands scrutiny of high-wear components. The recorded mileage progression reveals an unusually aggressive usage pattern. From 87,293 miles in May 2024 to 119,413 miles in September 2025—just over a year—indicates the vehicle has accumulated nearly 32,000 miles in that period alone, far exceeding typical annual averages for commercial vans. Such rapid mileage could accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, while also increasing the likelihood of drivetrain or transmission stress. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests (14 months) is standard, but the absence of any advisories in that interval suggests either diligent maintenance or that issues were not severe enough to trigger a tester’s concern. Given the high mileage and commercial use, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear axle alignment and condition of bushes and springs. The brakes, given the aggressive mileage, warrant close examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and pads. Structural integrity should also be assessed, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the underbody, where corrosion can compromise load-bearing components. The absence of MOT failings does not preclude hidden wear, so a thorough check of the drivetrain, differential, and exhaust system—particularly for leaks or unusual noise—is essential. The vehicle’s clean record is a positive indicator, but the mileage demands vigilance.