2016 FORD TRANSIT2.2L Diesel

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, but the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the most recent test on 16 July 2025 at 56,229 miles, the failure just one day prior highlighted a catastrophic list of mechanical neglect. The transition from a clean pass in 2023 to a multi-point failure in 2025 suggests that the vehicle is only serviced when it reaches the point of legal failure, indicating a worsening trend in terms of preventative service intervals. At 56,229 miles over ten years, this Ford Transit has covered significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain, but the record suggests the vehicle may have suffered from periods of inactivity. Between September 2023 and July 2025, the vehicle covered only 6,034 miles, yet it presented with severe issues including excessively corroded brake pipes and failed power steering. Such low mileage on a commercial vehicle often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and brake hardware through lack of fluid movement. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record shows recurring failures of suspension arm bushes, noted in 2022, 2023, and 2025, indicating a persistent issue that was never fully rectified. The 2025 failure also flagged an engine oil leak and significantly worn brake discs, which require verification that the repairs performed were not merely superficial. Particular attention should be paid to deep-seated corrosion on the brake lines and the integrity of the road wheels, as distorted wheels and corroded pipes appeared across multiple tests.