2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · C5 MLY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. The most recent test on 25 November 2025 at 82,195 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a split offside front drive shaft boot and thinning rear brake components. While the vehicle passed upon retest, the presence of worn pads and discs alongside a deteriorating exhaust centre box suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure. This trend shows a cycle of deferred maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old commercial vehicle averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 11,368 miles between the November 2024 test at 70,850 miles and the November 2025 test at 82,195 miles. This steady annual usage is typical for a Transit of this age, but the long intervals between inspections can lead to the undetected degradation of rubber components, such as bushes and boots, as seen in the recorded faults. A buyer must inspect the offside front drive shaft area to ensure the CV boot has been replaced and that no grease leakage or joint damage has occurred. The rear braking system requires close attention as the previous test noted inner surface wear on the discs, which often indicates sticking calipers or infrequent use. Furthermore, the 2023 failure regarding an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush suggests the suspension geometry should be checked for play or uneven tyre-related alignment issues. The deteriorating exhaust centre box should also be visually inspected for structural corrosion to prevent a future failure.