2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · SM67 FDG

This 2017 Ford Transit presents a highly reassuring mechanical profile, having cleared its most recent MOT on 18 August 2025 with no advisories or defects recorded. That clean pass is the latest in an unbroken sequence of trouble-free tests dating back to late 2022, following a single failed attempt on 25 November 2022 that curiously returned no defect data against the vehicle. Such a sparse, advisory-free record across four consecutive passes suggests the van has not been exhibiting the kind of progressive wear typically seen on Transits of this age, where suspension, brake, or corrosion issues are common at annual test. For a buyer, this translates into a baseline of structural and mechanical integrity that requires less immediate remedial budgeting than many peers in the used commercial market. With 101,082 miles recorded across approximately nine years of service, this Transit averages around 11,231 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the expected usage bracket for a working van of its vintage. There are no extended gaps between MOT tests that would suggest long periods off the road, and the consistent year-on-year testing pattern indicates the vehicle has remained in active service throughout its life. Mechanically, this mileage profile points to a drivetrain that has experienced steady, moderate workload rather than the harsh stop-start cycles or heavy towing that accelerate wear on clutches, dual-mass flywheels, and injectors. The absence of advisories relating to exhaust emissions, driveshaft gaiters, or engine oil leaks further supports the impression of a powertrain that has been worked within its design tolerances. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the lack of recorded advisories means particular attention should be paid to the components most likely to be approaching service intervals at this mileage on a Transit of this generation. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as Transit front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and stabiliser bushes are known wear items that may be due for replacement even if not yet flagged. Steering should feel precise without excess play or vibration through the wheel, and the vehicle should track straight without pulling under braking. Check for uneven tyre wear across both axles, as this can reveal alignment issues or compromised suspension geometry not yet severe enough to trigger an MOT failure. Given the van's working-vehicle pedigree, a physical inspection underneath and around the load area is also worthwhile. Examine the rear leaf spring shackles and hangers for signs of cracking or elongation, particularly if the van has regularly carried heavy loads, and inspect the brake discs and pads through the wheels for lipping or low friction material, as commercial use accelerates pad wear disproportionately to mileage. Test the gearbox for smooth selection through all ratios, paying attention to any grating or reluctance to engage reverse, a common weakness in Transit transmissions. Finally, verify the operation of the dual-circuit braking system with a firm pedal test; the pedal should remain solid and high without excessive travel, confirming the servo and master cylinder are functioning correctly despite their absence from the advisory record.