2015 FORD TRANSIT2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 23 December 2025 at 189,122 miles with no recorded defects. However, this follows a significant failure just six days prior on 17 December 2025 at 189,097 miles, which identified a fractured nearside rear leaf spring main leaf and multiple critical warning lamps for the supplementary restraint system, anti-lock braking system, and electronic stability control. This pattern indicates the roadworthiness status is unstable, with serious safety-related faults emerging immediately before the last test, suggesting either a temporary repair or an underlying issue that may not have been fully resolved. The recorded mileage shows consistent high usage. The vehicle has covered approximately 17,193 miles annually over its 11-year life, confirmed by the progression from 167,599 miles in November 2023 to 178,615 miles in December 2024 (an 11,016-mile increase) and then to 189,122 miles by December 2025 (a 10,507-mile increase). This rate of accumulation is well above the UK average and points to sustained commercial or heavy use, increasing wear on all consumable and structural components. The MOT history is otherwise sparse with only the two failures in the last two years, but the nature of those failures is highly concerning. A buyer must prioritise an in-person inspection of the rear suspension, specifically the nearside leaf spring for evidence of the prior fracture and the quality of any repair, as this is a structural failure. The complete braking system requires scrutiny, given the history of a defective parking brake on one side in 2023 and the recent ABS warning lamp. The presence of multiple electronic stability and restraint system warnings in the 2025 failure suggests potential wiring damage, sensor faults, or control module issues that may persist. Furthermore, the 2023 report of a DPF fuel pump leak, classified as environmentally harmful, should be investigated for any residual leaks or damage to surrounding components. The high annual mileage combined with these recurring, serious faults in suspension, brakes, and electronics strongly suggests the vehicle has experienced periods of inadequate maintenance under demanding use.