2008 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · VO08 MBF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean MOT record over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in June 2024 at 119,596 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet minimum legal standards. This follows a period of consistent passes in 2022 and 2023, suggesting that the current ownership is addressing necessary repairs as they arise. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old commercial vehicle averaging approximately 6,600 miles per annum. There is a notable four-year gap between the March 2018 test at 101,887 miles and the June 2022 test at 110,550 miles. This interval suggests low annual usage or periods of standing, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components and fluid despite the low mechanical wear. However, the vehicle has covered roughly 9,000 miles over the last two years, showing regular operational use since the 2022 failure. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as Transits of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills and member mounting points. While the recent records show no advisories, the failure in June 2022 just six miles before a successful test indicates a specific defect was present that required immediate rectification. Given the age and relatively low mileage, inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs for perish, and the brake system for seized pistons, as these are the first points of failure on older vans that sit for extended periods.