2017 Ford Transit Courier 1.5L Diesel · SY17 SYF

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2017 Ford Transit Courier presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status. The most recent test, conducted on 31 March 2026 at 122,707 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health is a significant improvement over the preceding years and indicates that the previous owner addressed several notable mechanical and structural concerns. The maintenance trend is clearly improving, moving from a pattern of recurring advisories and a failure in 2024 to a fully compliant pass in 2026. The vehicle has covered approximately 122,707 miles over nine years, averaging roughly 13,634 miles annually, which is high for a small commercial van of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with no suspicious gaps suggesting long periods of dormancy or a rolled-back odometer. The record shows steady annual progression from 82,796 miles in March 2023 to 108,096 miles in March 2025, confirming genuine high-mileage use. This level of use places accelerated wear on consumable components, particularly tyres, brakes, and suspension linkages, which the MOT history reflects. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking system during any in-person inspection. The 2024 failure at 95,850 miles flagged a fractured nearside rear coil spring and an excessively binding offside front service brake caliper, both serious defects that required immediate repair before the March 2024 pass. The recurring advisories for slight play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, noted in March 2023 and again in March 2024, suggest these components may be approaching the end of their service life despite not yet failing a test. The 2023 advisory for a slightly corroded nearside front brake pipe also warrants a thorough check of the entire braking system for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age and mileage. The windscreen and driver's door hinge advisories from 2024 appear cosmetic rather than structural, but a buyer should verify the lower screen is free from cracks that could spread and confirm the door hinge operates smoothly without excessive play. The repeated advisories for rear tyres worn close to the legal limit indicate the rear axle may be prone to uneven wear, possibly due to alignment issues or the previously fractured coil spring. A full suspension and alignment check is advisable. Overall, the clean 2026 pass is encouraging, but the 2024 failure and recurring suspension advisories mean a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the front brakes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar linkages is essential.