2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · SY62 OJA

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of worsening mechanical degradation and deferred preventative care. While the most recent test in August 2024 at 94,085 miles identified only a corroded nearside brake pipe and thin pads, these issues follow a long-term pattern of corrosion and wear. The suspension shows a recurring failure of worn bushes across 2022, 2023, and 2024, indicating that rubber components are being allowed to run out rather than being replaced proactively. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old Transit, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap in recorded data between March 2017 and July 2020, during which the vehicle covered roughly 25,000 miles. Since 2020, the usage has remained steady, with roughly 5,000 miles covered in the last four years. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy commercial loads, which explains the persistent surface corrosion noted on brake lines and steering pipes throughout the test records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and underbody. The tester has repeatedly flagged corrosion on brake pipes and hoses since 2017, and the 2024 advisory regarding grease-covered corroded pipes suggests a potential attempt to mask structural metal decay. The persistent failure of front and rear suspension arm bushes across three consecutive years indicates that the geometry may be affected or that the components are nearing total failure required to ensure safe handling. Furthermore, the 2022 failure due to a tampered catalytic converter is a significant red flag regarding the integrity of the exhaust system. The buyer should verify that the current exhaust is genuine and functional, as previous modifications resulted in a failed emissions test. Given the history of split CV boots and worn brake discs, a physical check of the drive joints and the condition of the braking hardware is essential to ensure no new mechanical faults have developed beyond the recorded advisories.