2013 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · SP63 HBY

The 2013 Ford Transit Connect presents a stable and improving maintenance trend as of its most recent MOT on 28 November 2025 at 95,690 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a period of notable mechanical attention in early 2025, suggesting the previous owner addressed multiple failing items promptly. The vehicle appears to have transitioned from a pattern of deferred upkeep into a properly maintained state over the past eighteen months. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,361 miles per year is entirely typical for a commercial van of this age. The record shows a gap of approximately 6,409 miles between the January 2024 test at 83,511 miles and the January 2025 test at 89,920 miles, indicating consistent annual use without prolonged standing or suspiciously low accumulation. The final recorded jump of 5,770 miles between January 2025 and November 2025 suggests slightly heavier recent use, which is unremarkable for a working van. Prospective buyers should still inspect the rear braking system closely. The January 2025 failure flagged a significantly worn nearside rear brake disc, thin pads, and imbalanced rear axle braking, with a binding nearside rear service brake recurring from the January 2024 test. Although the November 2025 pass indicates these items were replaced, a physical inspection of the rear calipers for sticky slides and the parking brake mechanism for proper adjustment is wise. The oil leak noted in January 2025 also warrants underbonnet scrutiny around the rocker cover gasket and oil filter housing, as these are common failure points on the 1.6 diesel. The front suspension deserves attention given the excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint flagged in January 2024. Check both front lower arms and track rod ends for play, and inspect the CV joint boots for splits that could lead to joint failure. The repeated tyre advisories across multiple tests, particularly uneven wear on the offside rear, hint at possible tracking or suspension geometry issues that a four-wheel alignment check would confirm. The windscreen chip noted in January 2025 that did not affect the driver's view should be monitored for crack propagation, as Transit Connect screens are prone to spreading damage from road vibration.