2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · GD16 ACU
2016 Ford Transit (2.2L, diesel). First registered 24 May 2016. Recorded mileage 94,168 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,168 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD16 ACU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2025
- 94,168 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD16 ACU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Transit (GD16 ACU) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
GD16 ACU Mileage History
- 14/06/202389,828 mi
- 23/07/202492,186 mi+2,358 mi
- 24/07/202492,186 mi
- 29/07/202594,168 mi+1,982 mi
- 29/07/202594,168 mi
Average of roughly 2,043 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2016 Ford Transit is a reasonable buy if priced to reflect its age and recent brake and wiper-related MOT issues. Budget for immediate maintenance and confirm the washer and wiper faults have been properly fixed before purchase.
Ask to see the service history and confirm whether the front brake discs and pads flagged as significantly worn in the July 2024 MOT were replaced, as only the pads were noted as wearing thin in 2023. The windscreen washer failure on the 2025-07-29 test and the ineffective offside wiper in 2024 suggest the washing and wiping system needs checking. Use the recorded faults to negotiate, as a 2016 diesel van of this mileage may need consumables soon.
As a 2198cc diesel, this Transit will incur standard diesel fuel costs and likely a higher VED band for a vehicle of this size and emissions class. Insurance group data is not provided, but Transits typically sit in moderate to high commercial van groups. Based on mileage of around 94,000 over nine years, expect routine servicing, brake wear, and tyre costs; a reasonable estimate for annual running is £1,200-£1,600 including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance.
Check that the windscreen washer operates correctly, as it failed the 2025-07-29 MOT for not working and the offside wiper failed to clear effectively in 2024. Inspect the front brake discs and pads closely; the 2024 failure noted both front discs significantly worn and pads at the indicator, with pads already wearing thin in 2023. Verify the black paintwork and 94,168-mile drivetrain for any undocumented wear given the commercial use typical of a 2016 Transit.
The black 2016 Ford Transit (GD16ACU) shows 94,168 miles on its most recent July 2025 MOT, which passed with no defects after a same-day failure for a non-working windscreen washer. Earlier MOTs in 2024 and 2023 recorded front brake wear and a wiper fault, suggesting some deferred maintenance. No aggregate reliability data is available for this model, so assessment relies solely on the individual history provided.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Ford Transit to indicate typical failure patterns.
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