2006 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · SC06 XGO

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently concerning, showing a trend of worsening mechanical condition and deferred maintenance. The most recent test in January 2024 at 145,842 miles resulted in a significant failure with multiple critical defects across the braking and suspension systems. While the vehicle passed in late 2021, the 2024 failure indicates that previous issues, such as corroded brake pipes and worn bushes, have not been addressed and have instead escalated into serious failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap of three years between the November 2021 and January 2024 tests, during which the vehicle covered only 1,000 miles. This low rate of use over a long period likely contributes to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as the perished tyres and perished suspension bushes, which are highlighted as recurring issues in the 2021 and 2024 records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and the braking system. The record consistently flags corrosion on the inner and outer sills and the chassis wing, which suggests a progressive rust issue that requires close physical monitoring. The 2024 failure noted excessively corroded front brake pipes and binding rear brakes with a 42% imbalance, indicating that the hydraulic system and braking mechanisms are in poor state and require a complete overhaul to ensure safe stopping distances. Attention is also required for the front suspension geometry, specifically the anti-roll bar bushes and lower suspension arm bushes, which have been flagged as worn or excessively worn across the last three tests. Given the history of failed bulbs, defective wipers, and under inflated tyres, the vehicle appears to have been subject to reactive rather than proactive maintenance. Any physical inspection should verify that the repairs required following the January 2024 failure were actually carried out to a professional standard.