2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · FM65 STX

The 2016 Ford Transit presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 24 March 2026 at 101,071 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this clean result follows four consecutive annual passes with zero advisories. The vehicle shows no worsening mechanical condition across the available five-year record. Annual mileage averages around 10,100 miles, which is typical for a ten-year-old light commercial vehicle. The records show steady accumulation: 81,876 miles in February 2022, rising to 87,362 by March 2023, 91,301 by February 2024, 96,744 by April 2025, and 101,071 by March 2026. No excessive jumps or dormant periods appear. The DVSA data is sparse on faults, with every entry listing a straight pass and no flagged consumable wear or structural concerns. Given the absence of any recorded advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, coil springs, or corrosion, the previous keeper clearly kept the van to a standard that satisfied testers without caveat. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of underside structural integrity and brake caliper operation, as MOT passes do not measure component life remaining. The clean history implies disciplined servicing rather than deferred upkeep. At 101,071 miles the Transit sits within expected wear bands for its drivetrain and running gear. Verify service invoices to confirm fluid changes and timing belt interval, since the MOT record itself captures only test-day condition. No recurring defect pattern exists to warn against purchase on mechanical grounds.