2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · WR67 DKA

The vehicle shows a history of deferred maintenance, particularly regarding the braking system and front suspension components. In the most recent test on November 2025 at 133,021 miles, the Transit passed but with marginal results, noting the parking brake barely meeting the requirement. The tester identified thin front brake pads on both sides and significant corrosion on the front brake pipes which were obscured by grease. The presence of three tyres at or near the legal wear limit, including the offside front at just 2.0mm, indicates a lack of proactive consumable replacement prior to the MOT appointment. The mileage profile reflects high-use patterns, averaging nearly 15,000 miles per year, which places considerable stress on heavy-duty components. Records show a failure in November 2024 at 120,401 miles due to an excessively worn offside front lower suspension bush and corroded central brake pipes. This followed a period of minor wear noted in 2023 at 103,658 miles where front suspension bushes were flagged but did not yet reach failure thresholds. The recurring nature of the suspension arm issues suggests the front end assembly is reaching the end of its effective service life and requires comprehensive inspection for further bushingrelated play. Corrosion is a persistent theme for this vehicle, with brake pipes flagged in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. The mention of grease on these pipes is concerning as it often masks active leaks or structural degradation of the metalwork. Furthermore, the 2023 failure revealed contaminated nearside rear brakes and a worn rear shock absorber bush, indicating past fluid leaks or seal failures. A buyer should verify the structural integrity of the brake lines and the current state of the entire suspension geometry, as the data suggests the vehicle is only maintained when faults become imminent failures rather than through a preventative schedule.