2017 Ford Transit Courier 1.5L Diesel · SY17 WFR

The vehicle’s MOT history presents a striking anomaly: two consecutive pass and fail entries on the same day in March 2026 at 43,167 miles, with no defects recorded in either. This suggests either a clerical error in the DVSA system or an extremely rare administrative oversight, as no mechanical issues were logged to justify the failure. The preceding tests in April 2025 and March 2024—both at 36,121 and 28,700 miles respectively—also show identical pass/fail pairs without defects, reinforcing the likelihood of a procedural irregularity rather than a vehicle-specific problem. Given the absence of advisories or failures tied to wear items like tyres, brakes, or suspension, the mechanical trend appears stable, though the repeated pass/fail entries demand clarification from the seller or previous owner to rule out fraudulent MOT manipulation. The mileage accumulation is unusually low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging just 4,796 miles per year—well below the UK fleet average for a commercial van of this age. The gaps between tests are also irregular: the 2024 entries occurred on the same day (March 29) at 28,700 miles, while the 2025 test jumped to 36,121 miles by April 2025, a span of roughly 13 months with only 7,421 miles covered. This pattern could indicate periods of disuse, seasonal operation, or even mileage underreporting. The lack of advisories or defects in any test further implies that, if the vehicle was indeed driven minimally, major components like brakes, suspension, and exhaust systems have escaped significant wear—or were serviced privately without MOT scrutiny. For a buyer, the absence of recorded defects is encouraging, but the repeated pass/fail entries raise red flags requiring immediate verification. The vehicle should be inspected for signs of tampering, such as altered odometer readings or inconsistent service records, particularly given the low mileage claims. Key areas to scrutinise include the brake system for uneven wear or binding calipers, suspension components like coil springs and bushings for corrosion or fatigue, and the underbody for structural rust or exhaust leaks. The clean MOT history suggests no urgent mechanical risks, but the irregular test outcomes and mileage discrepancies warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic to confirm the vehicle’s true condition and service history.