FORD TRANSIT2015 · 2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, passing its most recent inspection in November 2025 with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern where the owner addresses specific mechanical failures only after they trigger an MOT failure. The failure in 2025 at 102,231 miles for a split offside front drive shaft CV boot was rectified quickly, just four miles later, indicating that the owner is willing to perform necessary repairs once flagged by the tester. At eleven years of age, the recorded 102,235 miles represent an average usage of approximately 9,300 miles per year, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows steady use between testing intervals, such as the 4,277-mile gap between the July 2024 test and the November 2025 test. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to different types of degradation in rubber components and brake seals. A buyer should scrutinise the front braking system specifically, as corrosion on both the nearside and offside brake pipes was a recurring issue from 2022 through to 2024. While these were not listed as failures in the latest test, the persistent presence of corrosion and grease suggests an environment or maintenance habit that could accelerate future pipe failure. The 2022 mention of pitted and scored brake discs also indicates that the braking components are reaching the end of their effective service life. The driveetrain also requires close attention during a physical inspection due to the history of CV boot failures in 2024 and 2025. The buyer should check for grease leakage around the front wheel hubs which would indicate a new torn boot. Given the age of the Transit, a thorough check of the chassis is also necessary to ensure the noted pipe corrosion has not progressed into deeper structural thinning.