2009 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · PO59 YVN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding age-related wear. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 44,748 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just one day prior due to parking brake efficiency and mechanical wear. The presence of recurring advisories for pitted brake discs and worn suspension bushes across multiple years suggests that components are being left on the vehicle until they nearly reach a failure threshold rather than following a proactive replacement schedule. The mileage is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old Ford Transit, with only 44,748 miles recorded. This averages out to approximately 2,600 miles per year. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered only 2,088 miles, indicating long periods of stationary time. This pattern of low usage correlates with the persistent corrosion noted on the brake pipes and the surface pitting on the brake discs, as components often suffer from environmental oxidation when the vehicle is not regularly driven to clear the surfaces through active use. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as the tester has consistently flagged corrosion on the front and rear brake pipes since at least 2023. The binding of the nearside rear brake noted in September 2025 indicates that calipers may be seizing due to disuse. Furthermore, the front lower suspension arm bushes and ball joints have been flagged as worn or lacking dust boots. While these did not cause an immediate failure recently, the rubber components are likely perished and will require replacement to maintain handling stability. Attention should also be paid to the structural integrity of the interior fittings, specifically the seatbelt anchorages which failed a test in late 2023. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, the buyer should check for hidden structural rust on the chassis and underbody that may not be fully detailed in the MOT advisories. The defective headlamp lenses and deteriorated registration plates are minor cosmetic issues, but they reflect a vehicle that has been exposed to the elements without significant cosmetic upkeep.