2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FL65 PPZ

Most recent MOT (22 May 2023 – 123,364 mi) The vehicle passed the test, but the examiner flagged two items that need attention: the front brake disc is worn, pitted or scored (though not yet seriously weakened) and the front suspension arm pin/bush is worn, though it is not causing excessive movement. Both are advisory items rather than outright failures, but they indicate components that are approaching the end of their service life. Recurring mechanical pattern Across the last five MOTs (2018‑2023) the same areas keep re‑appearing: Brake discs – Front discs were noted as worn in 2021, 2022 and 2023; rear discs were flagged in 2019 and 2021. The wording is consistent (“worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened”), suggesting gradual wear rather than sudden failure. Front suspension bushings/pins – Wear was recorded in 2021 (nearside lower arm), 2022 (nearside arm) and 2023 (both sides). The condition has not progressed to excessive movement, but the repeated advisory points to a component that may need replacement soon. Brake pipe corrosion – Off‑side front brake pipe corrosion was noted in 2021 and 2022 but not in the latest test, which could mean it was remedied or the issue is intermittent. Other minor advisories – A split wiper blade (2022) and an oil‑filler‑cap defect with a small oil leak (2019) were recorded, but neither has re‑appeared in later tests. Trend analysis The pattern is essentially stable: the same wear items are being carried forward year on year without a sudden deterioration, but they are not improving. The brake discs and suspension bushings are gradually losing material, so replacement is likely required in the near future.