2005 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · ST54 AFS

The most recent MOT, on 17 June 2025, recorded a clean pass at 201,776 miles, with no defects. That result indicates the vehicle held a stable, roadworthy status at that point, and the absence of any advisory items suggests there were no developing concerns flagged by the tester. The one preceding entry, from 19 March 2024, also passed cleanly at 200,756 miles. That means the van covered only 1,020 miles between those two tests, a very light annual use of roughly 800 miles per year. The mileage history is therefore sparse but consistent with a vehicle that is used sparingly, which can mean less wear on suspension and brakes, but also longer periods standing that can affect tyres, seals, and corrosion. Given that the record shows no advisory items, there are no recurring faults to track. Still, given the vehicle is a 21-year-old Ford Transit with over 200,000 miles on the clock, a buyer should focus on structural corrosion, especially around the chassis rails, cab floor, and load area. Even with clean MOTs, a hands-on inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs is advisable, since a light-use pattern can hide age-related deterioration. The clean history is encouraging, but the vehicle's age and total mileage mean the next test must be treated with exacting scrutiny.