2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · SH13 UPR

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected brake system corrosion. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 155,691 miles passed, the tester flagged both the nearside and offside front brake pipes for corrosion. This issue is a recurring failure, as the offside pipe has been noted annually since 2023, indicating that previous owners have opted to monitor the decay rather than rectify the root cause of the degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in the data between January 2022 and January 2023, where the vehicle covered only 2,053 miles in a full year. However, usage increased significantly in the following three years, with 30,552 miles recorded between the 2023 and March 2026 tests. This surge in activity likely explains the accelerated wear seen on mechanical components and the progression of corrosion issues common on the Ford Transit chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills to assess the slight corrosion noted in 2024, as structural integrity is the primary concern for an aging van. The nearside front suspension arm bush, which showed wear in early 2023, should be checked for further tearing or excessive play that could affect handling stability. Given the repeated advisories regarding brake pipes, the entire lines should be inspected for thinning to ensure the corrosion has not reached a point where sudden failure would lead to an immediate MOT failure.