2010 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · VO10 UPN

The vehicle is currently in an unroadworthy state with a clearly worsening trend in mechanical and structural integrity. The most recent test on 2 June 2026 at 167,944 miles resulted in a significant failure involving multiple critical safety-related defects. The tester identified a structural failure at the offside front seat belt anchorage due to reduced sill strength and a missing rear leaf spring. This represents a severe decline in maintenance standards compared to the previous year, where only minor wear and leaks were noted. At 167,944 miles over 16 years, the Transit Connect averages approximately 10,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. However, the data shows a period of neglected maintenance between June 2024 at 149,766 miles and June 2025 at 160,307 miles. During this interval of roughly 10,500 miles, the vehicle underwent multiple tests, suggesting a failure to address developing issues before they escalated into major failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody. The history reveals a persistent issue with corrosion, specifically on the nearside rear structure and suspension mounting points which significantly reduced structural strength in June 2025. The 2026 failure regarding the sill area at the seat belt anchorage indicates that deep rust is progressing through the main load members. The braking system also requires urgent attention, as records show recurring issues with thin pads, corroded brake pipes, and a parking brake that fell below efficiency requirements.