2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AF65 LOD

The most recent MOT on 26 August 2026 recorded a Pass, with a minor windscreen defect and an advisory concerning wear on the off‑side front suspension arm bush. Over the past three years the vehicle has moved from a series of serious failures – notably missing passenger seats, a failed rear shock‑absorber mounting, an inoperative engine MIL, an ABS fault and dangerously thin rear brake pads – to a clean pass, albeit still carrying several advisories. This pattern indicates that the major safety‑critical faults have been addressed, but the persistence of wear‑related advisories suggests that the maintenance trajectory is stabilising rather than fully resolved. At 114 121 mi the van averages roughly 10 400 mi per annum, which is typical for a 2015 model and does not point to any periods of excessive short‑term mileage accumulation. The mileage record shows no large gaps that would hint at prolonged storage, so the wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components is likely to be proportional to normal use rather than accelerated by high‑speed or heavy‑load operation. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front suspension arm bush on the off‑side and to the rear shock absorbers, checking for any looseness, clunking or excessive play when the vehicle is driven over bumps or when the steering wheel is turned at low speed. The brake discs on both axles have been flagged as pitted and scored; while they have not yet been deemed unsafe, the pads on the rear wheels were dangerously thin in 2023 and should be measured for remaining thickness, with any pad wear below 2 mm prompting immediate replacement. Listen for brake shudder or pulsation under heavy braking, and verify that the ABS warning lamp remains extinguished after a brief activation of the system. The near‑side rear tyre was noted as close to the legal tread limit and the off‑side rear tyre carries a shallow cut – inspect both sidewalls for cracking, bulging or loss of structural integrity, and confirm that the tyre depth exceeds 1.6 mm across the tread. Finally, confirm that the passenger seats are correctly fitted and that the windscreen damage does not obstruct the driver’s view, as both items have previously caused MOT failures. An emissions advisory appears on several tests, suggesting a possible fault in the exhaust after‑treatment system; a diagnostic scan for catalyst efficiency and oxygen sensor operation is advisable. Given the vehicle’s age, the 12 V battery should be load‑tested, and all service‑interval fluids – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – should be examined for signs of degradation or contamination. A visual inspection for rust on the chassis, under‑tray and wheel arches, as well as a check for any signs of oil or water ingress, will help ensure that the van’s structural integrity and corrosion resistance remain sound before purchase.