2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YP16 ACZ
2016 Ford Transit (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 114,124 miles. MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,124 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP16 ACZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 114,124 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
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YP16 ACZ MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Transit (YP16 ACZ) between November 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
YP16 ACZ Mileage History
- 17/11/2023109,911 mi
- 01/12/2023110,035 mi+124 mi
- 06/12/2023110,037 mi+2 mi
- 13/12/2024112,269 mi+2,232 mi
- 24/03/2026114,124 mi+1,855 mi
Average of roughly 1,793 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. This Ford Transit
Given the concentration of defects in late 2023, ask the seller directly what remedial work was carried out between the December 2023 failure and the December 2024 pass. Items flagged included front suspension ball joints, rear brake pads, ESC warning lamp, SRS warning lamp, and side repeater issues — these are not all routine consumables, so receipts for parts and labour would be reassuring. Pay particular attention to the steering and suspension on a test drive: clunks over bumps, vague steering, or uneven tyre wear on the offside rear could indicate the advisories have reappeared. A commercial vehicle inspection at a specialist rather than a general garage is worth budgeting for, especially to check for corrosion underneath the load area, which the model aggregate data highlights as a common Transit failure reason.
Negotiate on the basis that this Transit is a 2016 example approaching its tenth birthday with over 114,000 miles recorded. Comparable Transits with cleaner single-pass MOT histories typically command a premium, so use the two-failure cluster as leverage. Confirm whether the van has been used for light parcel work, trades, or as a privately-owned camper conversion, as this affects residual value and the type of wear to expect. Insist on seeing V5C ownership history and any service invoices, and cross-reference the recorded mileage against MOT odometer readings to confirm consistency.
The 2.2-litre TDCi diesel engine in this Transit generally returns around 35-40 mpg depending on load and driving style, giving a real-world range of 400-500 miles per tank. Road tax falls in a commercial vehicle band that is modest for diesel vans of this era, though exact VED depends on the body type and weight class which should be confirmed against the V5C. Insurance is typically group 30-40 for a 2016 Transit 350, so budget for higher commercial premiums than a car of similar value. Routine maintenance such as oil services, brake fluid changes and timing belt replacement (if due) will add to costs, and a cambelt change on the 2.2 diesel is a notable expense if not recently done.
Estimated annual running costs sit in the £2,400-£3,000 range once fuel, tax, insurance, and typical maintenance are combined. This figure assumes moderate commercial mileage and includes a contingency for wear items such as tyres, brake pads, and suspension components given the failure history observed.
On a physical inspection, start with the offside rear tyre and brake components, since these were flagged in both 2023 MOT tests and a brake disc advisory appeared in December 2024. Check the offside front suspension arm ball joint condition carefully by rocking the wheel at 9 and 3 o'clock — any play or knocking suggests the joint has worn again. Inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around jacking points, suspension mounting areas, and the rear axle, as the model aggregate data identifies corrosion as one of the top three Transit MOT failure reasons across 733,837 examples.
Confirm that the Electronic Stability Control and Supplementary Restraint System warning lamps illuminate correctly during ignition and extinguish once running. The 2023 failures recorded faults on both systems, which could indicate underlying sensor, wiring, or airbag module issues rather than a simple bulb fault. Also verify all side repeater indicators function correctly and are the correct colour (amber), and check the offside door mirror for damage noted in the 2023 record. A diagnostic code read at a Ford or specialist van garage would clarify whether the previously flagged warning lamp faults have been fully resolved.
This 2016 Ford Transit diesel, finished in blue with a 2.2-litre engine, has covered 114,124 miles across three MOT tests recorded between November 2023 and March 2026. Annual mileage averages roughly 7,000 miles per year, which is modest given the age but consistent with intermittent rather than intensive use. The record shows two failures in November and December 2023 covering nine distinct defect categories, followed by two clean passes in December 2024 and March 2026 with only a single minor advisory. Buyers should weigh the recency of the failures against the clean post-2023 record.
The Ford Transit shows an average MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 733,837 examples analysed, placing it in the middle of the commercial van reliability spectrum. The most common failure reasons recorded across the model are headlamp issues, corrosion, and tyre-related defects, which are consistent with intensive commercial use rather than fundamental mechanical weaknesses.
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