2020 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · PX20 VGU

A pattern of generally clean MOT results is punctuated by two isolated failures – an off‑side front position lamp fault in July 2024 and a major engine management fault in June 2023 – before the most recent test in July 2025, which was passed but flagged a near‑side front tyre approaching the legal tread limit. The record shows no recurring defects, indicating that the vehicle has been brought back to compliance after each issue, yet the presence of a serious engine fault and a lighting fault suggests that attention to electrical and power‑train health is warranted. At 130,761 mi the van averages roughly 21,800 mi per year, a mileage level that exceeds typical usage for a six‑year‑old light commercial vehicle. Such a cumulative distance accelerates wear on consumables and load‑bearing components, meaning that suspension bushings, steering linkages, brake pads and discs, and drivetrain bearings are likely to be approaching the end of their service intervals. The MOT history does not reveal any testing gaps, but the high annual mileage implies that routine inspections of wear items should be more frequent than for lower‑mileage equivalents. The tyre advisory points to the near‑side front tyre being close to the minimum legal depth and showing edge wear, which often indicates mis‑alignment or uneven loading. A prospective buyer should measure tread depth across the tread face, look for sidewall cracks, and feel for vibration or pulling to one side during a short drive. If the tyre is near the limit, budgeting for a replacement set, together with a wheel‑alignment check, will be prudent. The off‑side front position lamp failure and the 2023 engine MIL fault require targeted checks. Verify that the position lamp now illuminates correctly and inspect the lamp housing and wiring for corrosion or loose connections. For the engine, confirm that the check‑engine light remains extinguished, request a live scan for any stored fault codes, and listen for any irregular idling, loss of power, or exhaust smoke that could indicate lingering issues. Given the vehicle’s mileage, also assess the condition of the suspension (listen for clunks over bumps, feel for excessive play), brake performance (pedal feel, any judder), and look for any signs of chassis rust that could compromise structural integrity.