2016 FORD TRANSIT2.2L Diesel

The Ford Transit in question presents a stable roadworthiness record over the past year, with the most recent MOT on 2 July 2025 at 55,867 miles passing without any defects—a positive indicator of its current mechanical condition. The absence of advisories or failures in this test, combined with the clean pass in the preceding 21 June 2024 test at 54,600 miles , suggests that no major wear or structural issues have emerged recently. However, the two consecutive failures in June 2023 (at 52,642 and 52,660 miles )—both without recorded defects—raise a minor anomaly. While the vehicle has since passed without incident, the repeated retesting in such close succession implies either a procedural oversight or a transient issue that resolved itself, such as a minor electrical or lighting fault not carried forward. The mileage accumulation of 5,587 miles per year is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, suggesting either infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity. Between June 2023 (52,660 miles) and June 2024 (54,600 miles) , the Transit covered just 1,940 miles —a span of 12 months where the average annual mileage would have been a modest 1,617 miles . This pattern continues to July 2025 , with only 1,267 miles added since the last MOT, reinforcing the likelihood of light usage. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on components like brakes, suspension, and drivetrain, but it may also mask hidden issues if fluids (brake, coolant, oil) have not been regularly checked or replaced. The lack of mileage progression could also indicate the vehicle has spent extended periods unused, potentially leading to issues like seized bearings, degraded seals, or corrosion in less accessible areas. Given the clean MOT history since 2023, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components prone to latent wear or neglect in low-mileage vehicles. Particular attention should be given to brake system integrity , including the condition of discs, pads, and calipers , as binding brakes were not recorded but could have been the cause of the 2023 retests. The suspension —specifically bushings, coil springs, and ball joints —should be checked for stiffness or corrosion, as these can degrade even with minimal use. Rust penetration in wheel arches, sills, and underbody should be scrutinised, particularly if the vehicle has been stored in damp or salty conditions. While the MOT history is reassuring, the irregular retesting in 2023 and the unusually low mileage warrant a closer examination of service records for evidence of regular maintenance, especially fluid changes and tyre rotations.