2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AF65 HSU

The most recent MOT test on 14 October 2025 resulted in a pass, although the vehicle did fail an earlier attempt on 2 October 2025 with two major defects concerning the anti-lock braking system warning lamp and the supplementary restraint system warning lamp. The fact that these warning lamp faults were remedied within twelve days to allow a pass suggests they were likely rectified by clearing diagnostic trouble codes, addressing sensor issues, or repairing wiring faults rather than a fundamental component failure, but the underlying causes should still be verified. When reviewing the broader MOT trajectory, the vehicle demonstrated a clean record with no advisories or defects between 2019 and 2023, after which a small accumulation of minor items, advisories, and the recent major faults began appearing. This trajectory points to a vehicle entering a phase of declining condition where age-related wear is now manifesting, warranting closer scrutiny from any prospective buyer. With 102,427 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, this Transit has covered an average of around 9,312 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical commercial vehicle usage expectations. The annual MOT pattern shows consistent testing across most years with mileage progression appearing steady, indicating the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods. Routine commercial mileage of this nature places predictable demand on wear items such as brake pads and discs, suspension components, clutch and dual-mass flywheel assemblies, and turbocharger seals if diesel-powered, all of which merit careful physical inspection prior to purchase. The recurring advisory regarding nearside front suspension arm pin or bush wear from the 2024 test is a particularly important finding for any prospective buyer. Suspension bushes deteriorate progressively with age and load exposure, and the mention of a worn rear-most bush suggests that further deterioration is likely by now; on a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and check for uneven front tyre wear patterns which often accompany worn bushes. Additionally, the brake disc wear advisories from 2020 and brake pad advisories from 2019 indicate that the braking system has been subject to routine commercial wear, and given five years of further use since those advisories were issued, fresh inspection of pad material thickness, disc runout, and caliper operation including checking for any binding or seized sliding mechanisms is essential. Brake shudder under firm pedal application would indicate warped discs requiring machining or replacement, while any pulling to one side during braking may suggest a sticking caliper or uneven pad wear. The 2025 advisories relating to corrosion on the front brake pipes and the pipework at the master cylinder carry notable safety significance. Surface corrosion on brake lines can advance to perforation over time, particularly in a commercial vehicle exposed to road salt and moisture, and this corrosion is now appearing at multiple locations which suggests the broader brake pipe network may be approaching a renewal interval. On inspection, the pipes should be examined along their full length for any blistering under the surface coating, pitting, or rust weeping, particularly at unions and mounting clips. The supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault from the failed test is also significant; this should be interrogated with a diagnostic tool to confirm whether the issue related to a driver airbag, seatbelt pretensioner, side airbag, or merely a passenger detection mat, as unresolved SRS faults represent a serious safety concern in the event of a collision. Beyond the recorded advisories, given the vehicle's age of eleven years, general calendar-based maintenance checks should include verification of cambelt or timing chain replacement intervals per Ford specification, assessment of tyre sidewalls for age-related perishing and cracking, evaluation of the 12 volt battery's state of health, inspection of coolant strength to confirm adequate antifreeze protection, and confirmation of recent service history including oil and filter changes, with any missing service stamps from the documented 102,427 miles warranting further enquiry into the vehicle's mechanical stewardship.