2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · DX15 XKE

The 2015 Ford Transit presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 3 November 2025 at 185,907 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is significant. The vehicle failed its October 2022 test on five separate items, including a split nearside front CV boot, an oil leak, a failed washer system, and perishing front tyres. Every single one of those defects was rectified before the November 2022 retest, and no advisory or failure has appeared in the three subsequent annual tests through to late 2025. The record demonstrates a clear resolution pattern rather than a recurring or worsening fault history. The mileage profile is notable. Across the recorded MOT history, the Transit accumulated 159,246 miles by November 2022 and reached 185,907 miles by November 2025, a gain of 26,661 miles over three years, averaging roughly 8,887 miles annually in that window. That is a step down from the lifetime average of approximately 16,901 miles per year calculated from age, suggesting either a change in use pattern or a period of heavier commercial deployment earlier in the vehicle's life. The MOT record itself is consistent, with no gaps or missing annual tests, and the mileage progression between each test appears logical and well-documented. Despite the clean recent record, the 2022 failure history warrants attention during any physical inspection. The split nearside front CV boot and oil leak from that period, while repaired, indicate the drivetrain and engine sealing systems have experienced stress. A buyer should examine the inner CV joint play, inspect the driveshaft gaiter for fresh damage or poor-quality replacement work, and check the engine and gearbox for residual oil weepage around the area flagged in 2022. The perishing front tyres noted in both the failed and passed 2022 tests suggest the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary or exposed to UV and weather. Tyre age, sidewall condition, and uneven wear patterns deserve close scrutiny on all four corners, particularly if the current tyres date from before the 2025 test. Given the high lifetime mileage and commercial vehicle application, the understructure should be inspected thoroughly. Check for corrosion on the chassis rails, outriggers, rear cross-mountings, and around suspension mounting points. Examine the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for wear consistent with heavy-load use. Brake discs, pads, and calipers should be assessed for uneven wear or binding, particularly at the rear. A test drive under load is advisable to evaluate gearbox synchromesh, clutch bite point, and any drivetrain vibration that might signal latent issues beneath an otherwise clean MOT record.