2004 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · YL04 EJF

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2024-10-17 confirms it passed without defects, though it was retested just two months prior on 2024-08-19 after failing—an unusual but not unprecedented pattern. The absence of recurring advisories or defects in the last two tests suggests no persistent mechanical issues, though the 2024 failures remain unexplained. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, the lack of recorded faults is notable but should not be taken as absolute assurance of current condition. The 2023 and 2022 tests also passed without issues, indicating a stable maintenance record over the past four years. Mileage progression shows consistent usage, averaging around 7,557 miles annually—a typical rate for a commercial vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests (roughly 9,200 miles in 12 months) aligns with this pattern, while the 2024 retesting suggests either a minor oversight or a temporary issue resolved before the final pass. There’s no evidence of prolonged neglect, but the 2024 failures warrant scrutiny of components that might have been close to failure thresholds at the time. A buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The 2024 failures, though unexplained, could hint at marginal wear in braking or steering components—check for binding calipers, uneven brake pad thickness, or excessive play.