2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · CX16 YNJ

The 2016 Ford Transit’s most recent MOT, conducted on 2 October 2025 at 111,553 miles, passed without defects, though it followed a near-miss failure just three days earlier for a split CV joint boot. This suggests a pattern of deferred maintenance rather than a sudden mechanical failure. The vehicle’s roadworthiness has fluctuated over the past two years, with multiple critical failures in September 2024—including a corroded near-side front suspension arm, wheel bearing play, and worn tyres—before partial rectification allowed a September 2024 pass. While the latest tests indicate no immediate catastrophic faults, the history reveals a tendency for suspension, drivetrain, and tyre issues, with some advisories (such as the 2023 oil leak and worn brake pads) left unresolved between tests. The recorded mileage of 111,553 miles over nine years aligns with typical usage for this age, averaging around 11,155 miles annually. There are no extended gaps suggesting neglect, nor rapid acceleration in mileage that would imply excessive wear. However, the 2024 MOT records a 43-mile gap between failure (99,640 miles) and pass (99,683 miles), implying repairs were made in haste or by an untrained operator, given the persistence of advisories like the missing exhaust tailpipe. The 2023 to 2024 interval shows a 15,638-mile jump, which could indicate either regular use or a period of deferred maintenance until the vehicle became legally unroadworthy. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the front track rod ends and arm pins, which have shown consistent wear and corrosion in prior tests. The CV joint boots—both front and rear—have failed twice, indicating grease retention issues that could lead to joint failure. Brake systems warrant scrutiny: the 2023 advisories on rear pads and discs, combined with the 2024 wheel bearing play, suggest uneven wear that may have progressed. Tyre condition remains critical; failing twice on tread depth implies either repeated neglect or a lack of rotation. Structural integrity should also be assessed, especially around the near-side front suspension arm, which was deemed "seriously weakened" in 2024. Evidence of rust penetration or weakened metalwork could indicate broader corrosion risks.