2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AF16 ULW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The most recent test on August 2 2022 at 84,782 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for an ineffective front windscreen wiper. This suggests the owner addresses minor safety-related items only when they trigger an MOT failure, yet no significant mechanical or structural defects have persisted across the recorded testing years. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a light-use commercial vehicle profile, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 38,189 miles in April 2019 to 84,782 miles in August 2022. The gap of 16,000 miles between the 2020 and 2022 tests indicates a consistent usage pattern without extreme fluctuations. This relatively low mileage for a decade-old Ford Transit generally implies the drivetrain and suspension components have faced less stress than high-mileage equivalent fleet vans. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the wiper system and glass assemblies, as these have been recurring issues in both 2019 and 2022. The previous failure of the central stop lamp in 2019 also highlights a tendency to overlook basic electrical bulb checks. While the MOT record lacks mentions of structural corrosion or brake binding issues, a physical check of the chassis sills and suspension arm bushes is necessary, as these are common points of failure on this model that do not always manifest until they become significant.