2007 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · SA07 VRZ

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is highly compromised by a clear trend of worsening structural degradation. While it passed its last test in March 2023 at 108,301 miles, this result followed a catastrophic failure just two weeks prior. The March 2023 failure revealed critical structural defects, including excessive corrosion on the front chassis subframe mounts, rear spring mounts, and rear crossmember. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent March test, the presence of holes in the sills and rear inner wheel arches indicates that the structural integrity of the chassis is failing rapidly. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year to reach 108,301 miles. However, there is a significant gap in testing history between October 2020 and February 2022, during which the vehicle covered over 3,800 miles miles. Furthermore, no MOT has been recorded for over three years since the March 2023 entry. This lapse in recent documentation combined with the low annual mileage suggests that the state of rubber components and the progression of existing corrosion remain unverified and likely. A physical inspection must focus almost entirely on the underbody and frame. The record shows recurring issues with the inner sills, wheel arches, and suspension mounting points which have progressed from surface rust to structural holes. The buyer should specifically examine the repairs made to the gearbox mounting and the subframe areas to ensure they are structurally sound rather than merely patched. The history of corroded brake pipes and borderline brake imbalance also suggests that the hydraulic system requires a thorough check to prevent future failure.