2019 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · SA19 RZJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in November 2025 at 136,832 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather rather than proactive care. The failure on that same day revealed critical safety concerns, including thin front brake pads, an imbalance across the front axle, and an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the presence of these faults suggests that components are only addressed once they reached a failure threshold. At approximately seven years old with 136,832 miles, this Ford Transit Connect has averaged roughly 19,500 miles per year. This high annual mileage is consistent with commercial use but places accelerated stress on drivetrain and suspension components. The record shows a consistent usage pattern, with nearly 8,000 miles covered between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is in regular use, though the 2024 advisory for an offside rear tyre worn on the edge points to potential alignment issues or neglected tyre pressure under heavy load conditions. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the ball joint replacement was properly executed and that no further play exists. Given the previous brake imbalance recorded in 2025, a road test is necessary to check for pulling or sticking calipers that could cause uneven wear. The front oil leak noted in 2024 also warrants close scrutiny to confirm it has not worsened into a significant leak, as high-mileage engines often suffer from seal degradation over time.