2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · SA67 BHU

Ford Transit 2.0 TDCi diesels typically return 35–42 mpg depending on load and driving style, which is reasonable for the class. Road tax (VED) for a van of this age sits in a relatively low band, often around £165–£275 per year depending on exact emissions figure. Insurance for a 2017 Transit in this mileage bracket usually falls into group 8–10 for commercial operators or higher for private buyers, so obtain quotes before purchase. Routine maintenance — oil services, brake wear items, and clutch — is modest in cost due to the model's ubiquity, but parts such as DMFs (dual-mass flywheels), turbochargers, and EGR valves can be expensive on the 2.0 TDCi unit if they fail. Estimated annual running cost: £1,400–£1,800 including fuel, tax, insurance, and maintenance.

Inspect the headlamps closely for cracks, condensation, and correct alignment, as 'headlamp' is the most common MOT failure reason across the 731,415 Ford Transits in the dataset. Check all four tyres for uneven wear — Transits are prone to shoulder wear on the rear axle — and confirm tread depth meets the 1.6mm legal minimum across the full circumference. Examine the anti-roll bar drop links and bushes, the third most common failure point on this model nationally; these are inexpensive but indicate underlying suspension wear. Given that both MOT failures on this vehicle recorded no defect details, ask the seller directly what items were addressed to achieve the subsequent pass — the rapid pass on the same day as the 2025-05-14 failure is particularly worth investigating. Finally, check for oil leaks from the rear main seal and around the turbo, which are known 2.0 TDCi weak points at this mileage.