2022 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · YR22 EEP

A recurring pattern of tyre degradation and structural failure defines the recent roadworthiness history of this vehicle. While it achieved a pass on 2026-04-30, this followed a failure for an ineffective windscreen wiper and coincides with a history of critical tyre defects, including a dangerous sidewall bulge recorded in May 2025. The trend indicates a susceptibility to tyre damage and a reliance on immediate corrections to meet minimum safety standards. The recorded mileage of 57,004 miles represents a high annual accumulation rate of approximately 14,251 miles per year. This level of usage typically accelerates the wear of high-friction consumables and chassis components, placing greater demand on the suspension system, brake linings, and drivetrain than is seen in lower-mileage examples of this age. Particular attention must be paid to the tyres and wheel alignment, as the records consistently flag tyres worn close to the legal limit and specific edge wear on both the nearside and offside front tyres. This pattern often points to incorrect tracking or worn suspension bushes. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for abnormal noise over bumps and feel for any steering pull or vibration, which would confirm that the recorded edge wear is a symptom of a misalignment issue. Inspection should also verify the current condition of the offside rear tyre, given the documented history of a structural bulge and a more recent nail penetration. Additionally, the buyer should ensure that the windscreen wiper mechanism operates smoothly across the entire glass and that the headlamp beams are correctly aimed, as both components have previously caused MOT failures.