2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · PX14 CTZ

The vehicle shows a concerning trend of worsening structural and mechanical deterioration despite recent passing results. While the November 2025 test at 83,571 miles resulted in a pass, the record reveals a significant failure just two weeks prior on 31 October 2025. The failure at 83,568 miles highlighted serious issues including excessively corroded brake pipes and significantly reduced seat belt anchorage strength due to sill corrosion. Although the most recent test cleared the brake pipe corrosion, the presence of remaining advisories for power steering seepage and corrosion on rear suspension component mountings suggests that the underlying issues of oxidation and fluid leaks are not yet resolved. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,964 miles per year. The jump from 78,926 miles in October 2023 to 82,777 miles in October 2024 indicates steady usage. The most recent interval between October 2024 and November 2025 shows a similar pattern of moderate annual mileage. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle, which explains why corrosion and component wear are progressing steadily through the chassis and braking systems. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity, specifically focusing on the inner sills and suspension mounting points. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of corrosion in the outer sills and suspension areas, which reached a critical point in the October 2025 failure regarding seat belt anchorage. The tester flagged that the nearside and offside inner sills are corroded at the rear suspension mounting areas. Any signs of recent welding or heavy underbody cleaning should be scrutinised to ensure the structural repairs are permanent and meet safety standards. Mechanical attention should also be directed toward the braking system and the engine bay. Although the excessive corrosion on the brake pipes was addressed to pass the November 2025 test, the history of corroded pipes and missing clips suggests a history of neglected preventative maintenance. The ongoing advisory for power steering seepage onto the rack and a non-excessive engine oil leak indicates that fluid management is a recurring theme. Inspect the power steering hoses and the condition of the steering rack to ensure the seepage is not progressing toward a more costly component failure.