2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · EX66 WWA

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2016 Ford Transit was conducted on 27 October 2025 and resulted in a Pass, albeit with three recorded advisories and one minor defect. It is worth noting that a corresponding Fail was issued on the same date, primarily due to a major defect concerning the front lower engine mounting bracket exhibiting excessive movement, which was subsequently rectified to allow the Pass certificate to be issued. Reviewing the broader trajectory across the recorded tests, the maintenance trend cannot be described as stable or improving. The 2024 cycle included a Dangerous failure for an excessively worn offside rear inner brake pad and a major defect for a missing nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot, while the 2022 cycle recorded major defects on both front drive shaft CV boots and a non-functioning central stop lamp. The recurrence of suspension arm bush advisories, brake wear advisories, oil leaks, and tyre wear issues across consecutive tests suggests a vehicle whose consumable components are being addressed reactively rather than preventatively, and a prospective buyer should anticipate ongoing spend on braking, suspension, and drivetrain sealing components. Recorded mileage stands at 68,715 miles over a ten-year period, equating to approximately 6,872 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical commercial usage for a Transit of this age. There is no significant mileage gap evident from the MOT history, and the relatively even accumulation implies a working vehicle that has seen regular rather than sporadic use. For a commercial vehicle of this vintage and mileage, this level of usage is generally beneficial as it avoids the pitfalls associated with prolonged standing, such as seized brake calipers, perished rubber components, and degraded fluids. However, the consistent annual mileage also means that wear-related components have been subjected to steady mechanical loading, and the advisories concerning brake pads, discs, suspension bushes, and engine oil leaks are consistent with what one would expect from a working van that has covered its miles in typical urban and light commercial duty. Given the recurring advisories for suspension arm pin or bush wear on both nearside and offside front lower arms, a thorough physical inspection should be carried out with the vehicle raised on a ramp or over a pit. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front end when traversing speed humps or uneven surfaces, and check for uneven tyre wear, particularly on the inner and outer edges, which is symptomatic of worn bushes allowing camber changes. The persistent advisory for an oil leak, whilst not deemed excessive, warrants inspection of the engine and gearbox sump areas, power steering pipes, and cam cover gasket for fresh seepage, and the underside should be examined for oil contamination on heat shields or exhaust components. The advisories regarding nearside rear brake pad wear and front brake disc pitting also indicate that a full brake overhaul, including pad and disc replacement, may be due imminently, particularly given the 2024 dangerous defect for sub-1.5mm pad material on the offside rear inner pad, which demonstrates that pad wear has previously been allowed to progress to a critical level. Beyond the recorded advisories, a prospective buyer of a ten-year-old Transit with this mileage profile should conduct several age and usage-related checks. Inspect all four tyres, including the offside front noted as worn close to the legal limit, for uneven wear patterns and verify that none are of commercial designation, as the advisory indicates a mix of tyre types was previously fitted which can compromise handling. Examine the sidewalls for perishing or cracking consistent with age, particularly if the vehicle has spent time exposed to UV. Check the 12V battery for holding charge and cranking performance, as a ten-year-old battery is well beyond typical service life. Verify the service book history for regular oil and filter changes at manufacturer intervals, and confirm the condition and age of brake fluid, coolant, and power steering fluid, all of which degrade over calendar time. Inspect the rear leaf springs for sagging or cracked leaves, examine the exhaust system for corrosion at joints and the catalytic converter for integrity, and ensure the engine mounting bracket replaced at the most recent test is fitted with correct torque and that no secondary movement is present. Finally, examine both front drive shaft CV boots for splits or grease loss, as this defect has now appeared twice in the recorded history, and listen on test for any vibration or clicking from the front drivetrain during sharp cornering.