2005 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · YT55 LCN

Most recent MOT (12 April 2025 – FAILED) At 158 083 mi the vehicle failed a large number of items. The dominant problem is extensive corrosion affecting almost every inner wheel arch, sill and suspension mounting area, with several sections described as “significantly reducing structural strength”. In addition the steering rack shows light rubbing, the prop‑shaft bearing has slight play, the brake pipe is corroded and covered in grease, and front brake discs are corroded. Service‑brake effort is inadequate on both sides. These are all serious safety‑related defects that must be remedied before the vehicle can be legally driven. Recurring pattern Across the MOT history (2020‑2025) the same themes repeat: Corrosion of body and chassis – multiple entries note corrosion of inner arches, sills, cross‑members and suspension mounting points, progressing from “corroded but not significantly weakened” (2021) to “significantly reducing structural strength” (2025). Suspension and steering wear – play in the steering rack (2020, 2021, 2025) and slight play in the prop‑shaft bearing (2020‑2025). Brake system deterioration – brake pipe corrosion, front disc corrosion and inadequate brake effort appear in every MOT after 2020. Power‑steering hose/pipe corrosion – noted in 2020, 2021 and again in 2025. The frequency and severity of these items are increasing, indicating a worsening condition rather than a stable or improving trend.