2011 Ford Transit 140 T350L RWD 2.4L Diesel · PRZ 1327

The most recent MOT test on November 25, 2024, confirms the vehicle passed without any recorded defects, though it was retested just five days earlier on October 30, 2024, and failed for an unspecified reason—likely a minor oversight or last-minute correction. The absence of defects in the 2023 and 2022 tests suggests a stable maintenance pattern, though the October 2024 failure raises cautious questions about whether routine checks were overlooked. The 2019 test marks the longest gap in the record, spanning over three years, which may indicate inconsistent servicing or extended periods of non-use. No advisories or recurring faults appear in the available data, but the lack of detailed failure descriptions in the October 2024 entry prevents a definitive assessment of whether the issue was procedural or mechanical. The recorded mileage of 151,578 miles over 15 years averages approximately 10,105 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a commercial van of this age. The jump from 133,090 miles in March 2022 to 135,998 miles by July 2023—a 2,908-mile increase in just four months—suggests a period of heavier use, though this is not unusual for a work vehicle. The gap between the 2019 and 2022 tests, where mileage only increased by 20,000 miles over three years, implies either reduced usage or prolonged storage. Without service records, it is impossible to confirm whether critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or drivetrain fluids were addressed during this period. Given the sparse MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear areas that often fail silently. The suspension—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these components degrade gradually and can compromise handling. Brake discs and calipers, especially rear units, warrant close scrutiny, given the October 2024 failure may have been related to binding or uneven wear. Structural integrity, including wheel arches, subframe, and sills, should be checked for corrosion, as the vehicle’s age and mileage increase the risk of hidden rust compromising load-bearing sections. Tyre condition, including tread depth and lateral wear patterns, is also critical, though the MOT record does not reveal any past failures in this area.