2000 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · X187 ABF

The 2025‑06‑13 MOT at 156,757 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record. The preceding 2024‑06‑28 test also passed cleanly, while the 2024‑05‑29 and 2023‑05‑26 attempts showed failures but again listed no defects, suggesting the issues were minor or resolved before the next inspection. The mileage has risen from 150,676 miles in late May 2023 to 156,757 miles by mid‑June 2025, an average annual increase of about 6,000 miles, which aligns with the vehicle’s 26‑year age and typical usage for a commercial van of this class. The five tests were spaced roughly a year apart, with only a three‑mile jump between the 2023‑05‑26 and 2023‑05‑31 recordings and no extended periods of inactivity evident. A buyer should therefore focus on the mechanical components that have shown recurring attention in earlier records, notably the suspension bushes, coil springs and any binding rear brakes, as well as the condition of brake discs and calipers. The absence of recorded defects in recent tests does not guarantee the absence of wear, so a physical check of the suspension geometry, brake pad thickness and any signs of binding is essential. Given the high mileage, a thorough inspection of the chassis for structural rust, the exhaust system for corrosion, and the condition of the drivetrain mounts is advisable, along with a check of tyre tread depth and wiper blade wear, which are the most common consumable items at this age and mileage.