2021 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · YP21 SVD

The vehicle presents a broadly stable roadworthiness profile, though a recurring pattern of front tyre wear warrants close attention. The most recent MOT, conducted on 11 March 2026 at 49,178 miles, passed but flagged both nearside and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit on their edges. This is not an isolated incident. The same advisory appeared in the 2025 test at 37,511 miles, alongside a rear brake pad wear warning and a nearside rear tyre advisory. The 2024 test at 31,016 miles was entirely clean. The trend is not one of escalating mechanical failure, but rather a persistent issue with front tyre wear that has recurred within a twelve-month interval, suggesting an underlying cause rather than simple neglect. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a commercial van of this age. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the van covered 6,495 miles. From March 2025 to March 2026, that figure rose to 11,667 miles, indicating a notable uptick in annual use. This is not inherently problematic, but the jump in mileage aligns with the reappearance of tyre wear advisories and the rear brake pad warning, both of which are consistent with higher utilisation. There are no suspicious gaps or anomalies in the record that would suggest the mileage is unreliable or that the vehicle has been standing idle for long periods. The recurring front tyre edge wear is the most significant finding for any prospective buyer. Edge wear, particularly on both sides of the axle, typically points to underinflation, aggressive cornering, or worn suspension geometry components such as tracking misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or damaged coil springs. The fact that it has returned within a year of the last test suggests the root cause was not addressed. A buyer should have the front suspension and steering geometry inspected professionally before purchase, paying close attention to the condition of the wishbone bushes, track rod ends, and shock absorbers. The rear brake pad wear flagged in 2025 was not repeated in 2026, but it would be prudent to verify the current thickness of all brake pads and the condition of the brake discs and calipers, particularly at the rear, where binding calipers can accelerate wear. The exhaust emissions and structural integrity have not been flagged in any test, which is reassuring, but a physical inspection for corrosion on the underside, particularly around suspension mounting points and the exhaust system, remains advisable given the van's commercial use and increasing annual mileage.