2019 Ford Transit Courier 1.5L Diesel · PB60 AFB

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 5 November 2025, but the overall maintenance trend is concerning. The history reveals a pattern of multiple failures across 2024 and 2025, suggesting a reactive rather than proactive approach to vehicle upkeep. Of particular note are the repeated failures regarding exhaust emissions and an inoperative engine management light, which indicate that the vehicle has struggled to meet environmental standards and has suffered from intermittent electronic faults. With a recorded mileage of 39,977 miles over approximately seven years, the vehicle has been used significantly less than the average for its class, averaging roughly 5,711 miles per year. While this low mileage implies less physical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, it introduces specific risks associated with under-utilisation. Low-mileage commercial vehicles are often prone to carbon accumulation in the intake and exhaust systems, which correlates directly with the recorded emissions failures. During a test drive, pay close attention to the engine's smoothness and the exhaust output. Given the history of emissions failures and the engine management light malfunction, listen for irregular idling or hesitation under acceleration, and check for excessive smoke upon hard acceleration. You should request detailed service records to confirm how the emissions defects were rectified, as a simple sensor replacement is less significant than a failure of the catalytic converter or diesel particulate filter. Due to the low annual mileage, a physical inspection should focus on components that degrade over time regardless of distance. Examine the tyre sidewalls for perishing or fine cracking, as rubber hardens with age. Check the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion or evidence of binding calipers, which can occur when a vehicle stands for extended periods. Finally, verify that the engine oil and other essential fluids have been changed according to the manufacturer's calendar intervals rather than solely by mileage to ensure the long-term health of the engine.