2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YN63 FWU

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised, showing a clear trend of deteriorating maintenance standards. The most recent test on 8 January 2026 at 163,232 miles resulted in a significant failure involving multiple safety-critical lighting, tyre, and drivetrain defects. While the vehicle managed to pass in December 2024 despite known mechanical issues, the subsequent failure in the 2026 test suggests a combination of proactive upkeep and a shift toward reactive repairs. The mileage reflects a high average of approximately 12,500 miles annually over 13 years, which is consistent with heavy commercial use but places considerable strain on mechanical components. Between October 2023 at 156,118 miles and January 2026 at 163,232 miles, the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles in just fifteen months. This rate of accumulation, combined with the repeated failure of the CV boots and tyres, indicates that the vehicle is operating near the service life limits of its rubber and suspension-related components. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the front drive assembly, as the constant velocity boots on both the front shafts were flagged as severely deteriorated in both late 2024 and early 2026. Failure to replace these will lead to imminent joint failure and expensive driveshaft replacement. Furthermore, the 2026 failure revealed all four tyres were perishing or damaged, with the nearside front falling below the legal limit, indicating a neglect of basic consumable maintenance. A thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is also required, given that high-mileage Transit vans are prone to hidden rust that the MOT history does not yet explicitly highlight.