2008 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · RY08 AKG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of clean MOT test results. The most recent inspection conducted in July 2024 at 28,601 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a sequence of clean passes in 2022 and 2023, suggesting that the mechanical condition has remained consistent under light use. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old Ford Transit, averaging approximately 1,589 miles per year. Data shows a consistent but slow accumulation rate, with only 2,042 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 1,052 miles in the year prior. While this low mileage preserves drivetrain components, the single failure recorded in August 2022 at 25,525 miles occurred just two days before a successful test, likely representing a minor issue that was immediately rectified rather than a chronic mechanical failure. Despite the low recorded mileage, a buyer must account for the risks associated with long-term stationary. Low-use vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber-based components. A physical inspection should focus on perished suspension bushes, cracked axle boots, and tyre sidewalls which age regardless of distance driven. The braking system requires a close check for corrosion on the discs and seized calipers, as infrequent use often leads to surface pitting. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the chassis and priority areas must be verified for rust, as vehicles of this era are prone to significant corrosion over two decades which low mileage does not prevent.