2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BC16 AFJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening mechanical wear as mileage has increased. The most recent test in October 2025 at 135,751 miles resulted in a pass only after addressing a failure related to a damaged offside rear tyre. While the vehicle passed, the tester identified multiple significant issues including pitted and scored brake discs and a corroded rear brake pipe, indicating that the braking system is reaching the end of its service life across several components. The mileage pattern has accelerated significantly in recent years. Between September 2021 and September 2022, the vehicle covered approximately 10,000 miles, showing moderate use. However, between October 2023 and October 2025, the mileage surged by 67,000 miles in just two years. This jump to over 33,000 miles per annum is exceptionally high for a decade-old Transit and explains the rapid degradation of consumable items like brake pads and tyres noted in the later MOT records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and underbody. The presence of a corroded offside rear brake pipe in the 2025 test suggests that environmental corrosion is progressing, which could lead to fluid leaks if not proactively treated. Given the history of scored discs and thin pads, the entire braking assembly, including calipers and hoses, should be checked for seized pistons or uneven wear. Furthermore, the high-intensity usage demands a close look at the suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and bushings, as these components have not been flagged yet but are under extreme stress at this mileage.