2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · 3 SL
2016 Ford Transit (2.2L, diesel). First registered 19/05/2016. Recorded mileage 109,218 miles. MOT valid until 07/06/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,218 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 2198cc
3 SL Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2026
- 109,218 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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3 SL Mileage History
- 09/01/201952,257 mi
- 01/02/202165,976 mi+13,719 mi
- 14/02/202273,179 mi+7,203 mi
- 02/03/202382,106 mi+8,927 mi
- 02/03/202382,106 mi
- 05/03/202491,332 mi+9,226 mi
- 02/04/2025100,759 mi+9,427 mi
- 03/04/2025100,759 mi
- 02/06/2026108,969 mi+8,210 mi
- 09/06/2026109,218 mi+249 mi
Average of roughly 7,683 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
3 SL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Transit (3 SL) between January 2019 and June 2026.
The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 09 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the vehicle
Focus your investigation on the braking system and suspension. The MOT history shows a recurring theme of worn, pitted, or scored brake discs across 2024, 2025, and 2026, suggesting a need for frequent replacement. You should request detailed invoices to confirm that the ABS, ESC, and SRS faults identified in June 2026 were professionally repaired and not simply reset.
The 2.2L diesel engine is a standard commercial powertrain, but running costs will be influenced by its mileage and usage. Expect typical costs for diesel fuel, commercial road tax, and insurance for a vehicle of this size and age.
Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average for this specific unit. Given the repeated MOT failures for brake pads, discs, and suspension bushes, you should budget for more frequent wear-and-tear replacements than a lower-mileage example.
Carefully inspect all four brake discs for pitting and scoring, as this has been a consistent advisory and failure point in three consecutive years of testing. Check the front suspension arm bushes and the rear leaf spring anchor pins, both of which were flagged as worn or perished in the June 2026 MOT.
Verify that no warning lamps are illuminated on the dashboard. Specifically, check for the ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) lights, which caused a failure in June 2026. Finally, check the tyres for wear and the presence of nails, as these have been repeated issues in 2024 and 2025.
This 2016 white Ford Transit has covered 109,218 miles, which is above the model average of 8,981 miles per year. The MOT record shows recurring issues with pitted brake discs and worn suspension bushes dating back to 2024. Most notably, the June 2026 test recorded failures for ABS, ESC, and SRS warning lamps.
The Ford Transit has an average MOT pass rate of 74.4%, with the most common failures typically involving headlamps, corrosion, and tyres.
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Historical fault & advisory patterns