2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YR62 ACY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 116,387 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a damaged offside rear tyre, the preceding years show significant instability. Between 2022 and 2024, the vehicle frequently failed tests due to escalating mechanical and electrical faults. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses defects once they cause an MOT failure rather than performing regular preventative maintenance. At 116,387 miles over 14 years, the Transit averages approximately 8,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light commercial use for this age. However, there is a notable gap in the records between October 2019 and January 2021, during which the vehicle covered roughly 9,000 miles without a recorded inspection. Since 2021, the mileage accumulation has remained steady, averaging about 9,000 miles per annual interval, which coincides with the increased frequency of failures noted in the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with wheel bearings, track rod ends, and worn arm bushes. The 2024 failure for a fractured offside rear leaf spring is a significant indicator of structural stress or potential corrosion that should be visually inspected across the entire chassis. Furthermore, the braking system has shown a history of thin pads, corroded front brake pipes, and pitted discs, necessitating a check of the fluid condition and the integrity of the lines to ensure no further degradation has occurred. Electrical attention should also be paid to the exterior lighting and the engine's monitoring system, as the vehicle has repeatedly failed for inoperative lamps and malfunction warning lights. The 2025 failure regarding a split nearside front drive shaft boot indicates that drivetrain components have been exposed to debris ingress, which can lead to premature joint failure. Given the history of power steering malfunctions and wheel bearing play, a professional-level diagnostic test is recommended to ensure these critical systems have truly returned to a reliable state.