2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YP13 ADU

The vehicle presents a consistent history of recent roadworthiness, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in April 2026 at 182,364 miles with no defects recorded. This indicates that the vehicle is currently maintaining a baseline standard of mechanical compliance. However, the record shows a failure in March 2025 at 177,562 miles, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass just one day later. This pattern suggests the owner is willing to address immediate faults to keep the vehicle on the road rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance before the test date. At 182,364 miles over 13 years, this Ford Transit has covered a high average of approximately 14,000 miles per annum. This high mileage typically accelerates the wear on heavy-duty components, specifically the suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain mounts. The mileage gap between the March 2024 and 2025 tests shows a 6,623-mile interval, confirming the vehicle remains in active commercial use. Such high level of usage puts significant stress on the brake system and exhaust assembly, requiring close inspection for thinning metal or corrosion around the mounting brackets. The absence of recorded advisories in the two most recent passes is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, as testers would typically flag minor surface corrosion or tyre wear. A buyer should verify the structural integrity of the chassis and sills personally, as these are common failure points on this generation of Transit. While the MOT data shows the vehicle is currently legal, the high mileage suggests that major components like shock absorbers and clutch assemblies are likely nearing the end of their service life regardless of the clean test sheets.