2009 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · RF58 NWT

This Ford Transit Connect has maintained a consistent roadworthiness record over the past two years, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-06-13 at 68,231 miles resulting in a clean pass and no advisories. The absence of defects across five consecutive tests—including a rare double entry in June 2024—suggests the vehicle has been kept in stable condition, though the failure at 67,071 miles (2024-06-24) was anomalous and unexplained, as no defects were recorded. The lack of recurring issues implies either diligent servicing or a vehicle with inherently robust components, though the brief failure warrants scrutiny of whether it was a procedural oversight or an undocumented mechanical anomaly. The recorded mileage of 68,231 miles over nearly 17 years—approximately 4,014 miles annually—indicates unusually light usage for its age, which could imply prolonged periods of storage or commercial use with limited distance. The gap between the January 2024 (67,027 miles) and August 2023 (66,302 miles) tests spans seven months with minimal mileage accumulation, suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary or used infrequently during that period. While low mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components, it also raises questions about potential neglect of fluid changes or minor maintenance tasks that might have been deferred. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components—particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs—for signs of perishing or corrosion, as these are common wear items that may not always trigger MOT failures until they reach critical degradation. The brief 2024 failure, despite no recorded defects, should prompt verification of brake system integrity, including rear brake binding or uneven wear, as such issues can sometimes evade detection during a standard test. Additionally, the vehicle’s age and low mileage make it vulnerable to hidden corrosion in wheel arches, subframes, or exhaust systems, so a close examination of these areas is essential. The absence of advisories does not preclude the need for a pre-purchase inspection, particularly for components that are not routinely tested under MOT regulations.