2002 Ford Transit Custom 2.4L Diesel · PL52 WCN

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a worsening trend in mechanical neglect despite its low mileage. While it passed the most recent test on 21 May 2026 at 52,106 miles, this followed just two weeks after a significant failure at 52,090 miles. The 2026 failure revealed multiple critical issues across suspension, braking, and structural systems, indicating that the owner only addresses faults when legally compelled rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old Transit, covering only 52,106 miles at an average of roughly 2,171 miles per year. The data shows a gap of 2,264 miles between May 2024 and April 2025, followed by just 764 miles leading up to the 2026 tests. This low usage explains the perishing of rubber components and the cracking tyres noted in the May 2026 record, as parts often degrade due to age and stationary time rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough structural inspection of the offside outer integral body structure and the sill, as the tester flagged corrosion in both recent 2026 tests. Although the record states structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, the presence of rust on a vehicle of this age requires active monitoring. The buyer should also inspect the offside front suspension arm bushes and track rod ends, which were previously flagged for excessive wear and deteriorated dust covers. Regarding the braking system, the 38% imbalance recorded in May 2026 suggests sticking calipers or seized wheel cylinders that require immediate verification. The history of insecure waste hoses and failing lamps further points to a lack of attention to detail. Ensure the windscreen wipers have been replaced and the perished tyres are new, as these remain immediate safety risks despite the low odometer reading.