2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · LK15 VMY

The 2015 Ford Transit holds a valid MOT certificate following the most recent test on 2 June 2025 at 91,838 miles, though the maintenance trend over the past three years is best described as borderline rather than stable. That June 2025 test produced an initial failure with three separate defects before a pass was issued on the same day, indicating the vehicle was presented in a less than roadworthy state and required remedial work to meet the standard. The recurring nature of suspension-related advisories across multiple tests points to a pattern of gradual component wear that has been managed rather than proactively resolved. The mileage progression tells a story of very light recent use. Between the November 2023 test at 91,280 miles and the June 2025 test at 91,838 miles, the vehicle covered just 558 miles over approximately 18 months. This is a remarkably low accumulation for a commercial vehicle of this type and age, suggesting it may have spent extended periods stationary. The earlier record shows a more typical pattern, with 1,944 miles covered between November 2022 and November 2023, and 1,240 miles between May 2020 and November 2022. The sharp drop in usage from late 2023 onward raises the question of whether prolonged sitting has contributed to issues such as brake cable insecurity or seized components. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering linkage. The June 2025 test flagged slight play in both front track rod end ball joints, while the November 2023 test identified slight play in both front suspension arm ball joints. These are separate components, yet both areas of the front end have shown progressive wear across consecutive inspections. The front inner brake discs were also noted as worn, pitted, or scored in November 2023, and the nearside rear brake cable was found insecure in June 2025. Together, these suggest the braking system and front-end geometry deserve a thorough physical inspection, including a road test to check for vague steering, uneven braking pull, or knocking over suspension joints. Given the low recent mileage, corrosion and deterioration of rubber bushes, brake hoses, and exhaust components from prolonged standing are realistic concerns that the MOT surface-level check may not fully reveal. The headlamp aim defect recorded in June 2025, while minor, hints at possible neglect of basic checks before presenting the vehicle. A prospective buyer should have the underside inspected for structural rust, verify the condition of all brake cables and flexible hoses, and confirm that the front suspension joints have not deteriorated further since the last test.