2014 Ford Transit Custom 270 ECO-Tech 2.2L Heavy oil · YR14 FGZ

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following recent clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2024 at 250,224 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the immediate mechanical and safety requirements meet the necessary standards. While the history shows instances of failure, the transition to clean records in the last two annual tests suggests the current owner is addressing identified faults as they are raised by the tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a twelve-year-old commercial, averaging over 20,000 miles per annum. There is a significant surge in usage recorded between September 2019 (133,724 miles) and June 2022 (197,859 miles), where the vehicle covered 64,000 miles in less than three years. This rapid mileage accumulation places heavy stress on the drivetrain, turbocharger, and suspension components. The gap between the 2019 and 2022 tests reflects this period of intensive commercial use compared to the earlier years of its life. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the chassis for structural integrity corrosion, as high-mileage Transits often suffer from rust in the sills and wheel arches. Given the failures in May 2022 and August 2023, attention should be paid to the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for signs of wear. The high mileage also increases the likelihood of premature failure in the clutch, flywheel, and fuel injectors, which should be monitored for leaks or performance degradation during a test drive.