2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · AY65 CXS

This Ford Transit Connect has maintained a consistent MOT pass record with no defects recorded across the last five annual tests, most recently passing on 11 July 2025 at 102,128 miles. The absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has undergone regular servicing and that major systems—brakes, suspension, steering, and emissions—have been kept within acceptable limits. However, the most recent test occurred just over a year ago, placing it at the upper limit of the MOT’s three-year validity window. While this does not inherently indicate neglect, it does mean the vehicle has not been formally inspected since July 2025, leaving a gap before the next mandatory test in July 2026. The mileage progression of approximately 9,284 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. The recorded mileage increments—ranging from 5,492 to 6,495 miles between tests—suggest steady, moderate usage without evidence of aggressive driving or extended periods of disuse. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern to imply accelerated wear on high-usage components like tyres, brakes, or drivetrain parts. That said, the lack of advisories in prior tests does not preclude gradual wear on items such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper guides, which are not always tested during a standard MOT. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear axle bushes and coil springs, as these are common points of failure in vehicles of this age and mileage. The brakes, while not failed in any test, should be assessed for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and drums, as these can develop between MOT intervals. Tyre condition is another critical area—though the MOT would have checked tread depth, the buyer should verify for uneven wear patterns or embedded debris that could indicate alignment or suspension issues. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for corrosion, as this is a frequent concern for vans of this era and mileage. The absence of advisories in past tests does not guarantee these areas are currently sound.