2013 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · RO13 HSD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record in its most recent inspections. The latest MOT test conducted on 25 June 2025 at 78,357 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a light-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between the September 2021 test at 65,066 miles and the June 2025 test at 78,357 miles, the vehicle covered 13,291 miles, reflecting a low usage intensity. The accumulation of 4,114 miles between January 2024 and June 2025 shows steady, predictable operation, though the low annual can sometimes lead to dry rot in rubber components if the vehicle is not driven regularly. While the recent history is remarkably clean, the failure on 24 January 2023 at 71,138 miles—followed immediately by a pass two days later—suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly. Because no specific advisories were recorded in the last three years, a buyer should still manually inspect for structural corrosion on the sills and wing arches, which are common failure points for Transit models of this era. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and brake lines, as these components often degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than mileage alone.