2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · J80 EBG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test on 27 January 2026 at 97,505 miles, it had failed earlier that same day for multiple defects. The transition from three clean records between 2023 and 2025 to a failure in 2026 indicates that the owner may only be addressing mechanical issues once necessitated by the annual inspection process. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 70,343 miles and January 2026 at 97,505 miles, the Transit covered 27,162 miles, representing a steady increase of roughly 13,500 miles per annum in the recent period. This lack of evidence regarding long periods of standing suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, which generally benefits the seals and rubber-based components in the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must focus specifically on the offside suspension arm, as the pin or bush was already flagged as worn during the January 2026 test. Although it did not cause an immediate failure, worn bushes on Transits often lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The front and rear brake pads were also noted as wearing thin at the latest interval, suggesting the components are nearing the end of their service life. You should verify the condition of the brake discs for scoring or thinning and ensure the suspension bushings have been properly rectified following the failure.