2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · MD16 WRA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. The most recent test in January 2026 at 95,949 miles passed with minor advisories regarding worn front tyres and a bulb failure. While the vehicle passed its latest inspection, the failure in December 2024 for brake pads and a CV boot suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage progression is consistent with a ten-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There was a significant period of activity between December 2023 (63,560 miles) and December 2024 (76,018 miles), covering over 12,000 miles in just thirteen months. Since then, the vehicle has added nearly 20,000 miles, reaching its current high-figure, which explains the accelerated wear observed on the front suspension and braking system. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush was flagged in both December 2024 and January 2025. This recurring fault suggests the bushes are deteriorating and may require imminent replacement to prevent steering pull or instability. Additionally, the nearside front outer CV boot which failed in 2024 should be checked for fresh grease leakage or tearing to ensure the repair was effective and has not degraded. The braking system shows a history of neglect, with thin pads noted in 2022 and a total failure in late 2024. Given the recent advisory for worn front tyres near the legal limit, the buyer should verify the remaining thickness and condition of the brake discs for scoring or uneven wear. The previous reports of perishing tyres in 2022 suggest the vehicle may sit for long periods, making a check of the current rubber components for sidewall cracks essential before purchase.