2011 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · RO11 RED

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status as of 2026-02-12, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. The most recent test at 68,427 miles flagged worn suspension bushes and tyres showing inner-edge wear, while the prior failure just three days earlier revealed multiple lighting faults and excessive wear in anti-roll bar linkages — all of which were not resolved in time for the pass. The fact that the same suspension and tyre issues reappeared after a prior pass suggests a pattern of deferred repairs rather than proactive maintenance. Mileage progression shows a steady, low annual average of roughly 4,562 miles over 15 years, which is unusually low for a commercial van of this age. The jump from 57,709 miles in March 2025 to 68,427 miles in February 2026 implies about 10,700 miles were covered in just 11 months — a rapid increase that may indicate the vehicle was idle for a period before being put back into active use. This sudden surge in mileage could accelerate wear on components already showing signs of fatigue, particularly the suspension and brake systems. Recurring faults in the front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar linkages, and wheel bearings point to a need for full inspection of the front subframe and associated joints. The nearside rear tyre’s severe inner-edge wear, combined with the repeated mention of brake pad thickness below 1.5mm in 2024, indicates the rear braking system has been neglected. Buyers should also examine the brake hoses for corrosion, especially at the ferrules, as these have failed twice in recent tests. Structural integrity should be checked for rust, particularly around the rear wheel arches and underbody, where corrosion has been flagged in the past. The lighting system, especially stop lamps and position lamps, requires immediate attention to avoid future failures. The vehicle’s mechanical condition is not catastrophic, but it reflects a history of deferred maintenance. While it passed recently, the underlying issues — particularly in suspension, brakes, and electrical systems — are systemic and likely to worsen without intervention. A buyer should budget for a full suspension overhaul, brake pad and disc replacement, and complete rewiring or lamp replacement for all non-functional lights. The low mileage is misleading; the wear patterns suggest the vehicle has been used intermittently under heavy load, which can accelerate component fatigue.