2021 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · SL71 FPP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a pass on 15 June 2026. However, the record reveals a reactive maintenance pattern rather than proactive care, as the vehicle failed the test on the same day due to multiple electrical and mechanical defects. While the owner addressed the failed dipped beam headlamp, nearside front position lamp, and the ineffective offside wiper, the underlying wear on hardware components remains. The trend suggests the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative inspections. At a recorded mileage of 48,769 miles over five-year period, this Ford Transit Connect averages approximately 9,754 miles per year. This figure is consistent with typical commercial use for this model, suggesting the vehicle has not been subjected to excessive heavy-duty cycles. The mileage accumulation is steady, but the condition of the components noted during the June test indicates that parts are reaching the end of their service life intervals. A buyer must focus specifically on the braking system and rubber components. The tester flagged the rear brake discs as pitted and scored, which indicates long periods of moisture exposure or inactivity leading to surface corrosion. The nearside rear tyre was noted to be worn to the legal limit and perished, suggesting the rubber is cracking due to age rather than just mileage. A physical inspection should verify the remaining tyres for similar cracking and check the thickness of the brake discs to ensure they are not nearing the minimum operating limit.