2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · SPL 41N

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred attention regarding braking components. The most recent test in November 2025 at 172,160 miles shows the continued presence of pitted brake discs and corroded brake pipes. These issues are not new and have appeared across the last four inspections, suggesting that the owner is performing only the minimum work required to pass the MOT rather than engaging in preventative maintenance on the braking system. At 172,160 miles over twelve years, this Transit has covered a high-average distance of approximately 14,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with an 8,000-mile interval between October 2023 and November 2024, and another 8,400 miles in the following year. This high mileage profile is typical for a commercial vehicle but explains the accelerated wear seen on consumables, such as the severe deterioration of the offside front drive shaft boot noted in late 2024. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking architecture, specifically the recurring corrosion on the upper brake pipes. The record notes these pipes are covered in grease or material, which can mask the extent of the structural decay until it leads to a sudden failure. The persistent pitting on the discs across both front and rear indicates that the components are being run beyond their optimal life, which eventually compromises stopping performance and stresses calipers. Attention should also be paid to the front drivetrain and suspension, following the previous failure for a deteriorated CV joint boot. Given the high mileage and the history of ignoring minor defects, an inspection should check for leaks in the steering rack and the integrity of the suspension bushes to ensure the vehicle is not nearing a major mechanical failure that the MOT test does not fully capture.