2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · AV65 CJY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 146,493 miles passed, it flagged both thin front and rear brake pads alongside a worn nearside rear tyre. This follows a pattern of recurring failures and advisories in previous years, suggesting that components are often only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure during inspection. The Ford Transit Connect has covered 146,493 miles over 11 years, averaging a high mileage of approximately 13,300 miles per annum. A significant surge in usage occurred between July 2023 and July 2024, where the vehicle clocked 27,387 miles in a single year. This high rate of operation places considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is evidenced by the discovery of a distorted nearside front road wheel and multiple tyre defects during the July 2024 test. A buyer must thoroughly inspect the braking system and suspension geometry, as the record shows persistent issues with parking brake efficiency, pitted rear discs, and thinning pads. The 2023 failure specifically highlighted an inoperative parking brake and excessive lever movement, which often indicates internal cable wear or seized adjustment mechanisms. Furthermore, the distorted wheel noted in 2024 suggests a history of impact that may have affected the alignment or damaged the steering arm and wheel bearing. Given the high mileage and the history of tyre failures with exposed cords, a physical inspection of the tyre sidewalls and underbody integrity is essential. The recurring mention of minor bulb failures and windscreen chips indicates general cosmetic neglect, but the primary concern should remain the structural corrosion on the lower chassis, ensuring that the high-mileage usage has not accelerated the degradation of critical safety components.