2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · MD66 FPP

A consistent pattern of rear brake and tyre degradation advisories across the 2023 and 2024 tests, followed by a fully clean pass on 21 October 2025, defines the mechanical profile of this 2016 Ford Transit. Four MOT tests have been recorded, beginning on 18 November 2021, and all have resulted in a pass with no failures or dangerous defects logged. The first two tests in 2021 and 2022 returned clean sheets, but from November 2023 onwards a cluster of advisories appeared: rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in both 2023 and 2024, while the 2024 test additionally noted slight cracking or perishing on all three tyres that were inspected and a rear hub seal that was beginning to leak. The absence of any further advisories in the most recent 2025 test suggests that the tyres and brake pads were addressed in the intervening period, although the underlying pattern of consumable wear on the rear axle is a useful indicator of the service intervals this vehicle is likely to require going forward. Against an age of approximately ten years, the recorded odometer reading of 58,065 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 5,800 miles, which is well below the typical mileage of a commercial van in regular service. Such low mileage can be a double-edged sword for a vehicle of this type: lighter use generally reduces wear on high-stress components such as the clutch, turbo and drivetrain, but vans that spend prolonged periods stationary are prone to corrosion seizing on brake calipers, deterioration of brake fluid, drying and cracking of rubber components, and potential flat spots or sidewall cracking in tyres. None of these effects have yet manifested as test failures, but the perishing noted on three tyres in 2024 is consistent with age-related rubber degradation rather than simple tread wear, and is worth bearing in mind for any prospective buyer. Given the documented advisories, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should focus on the rear braking system and the rear hub area. The fact that rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in two consecutive tests suggests that the rears may be working harder than expected, which on a Transit often points to a binding or partially seized rear caliper, a sticking handbrake mechanism, or a malfunctioning load-sensing valve. During a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding from the rear wheels, particularly after reversing, and check for pulling to one side under braking, as well as any tendency for the handbrake to require excessive travel or fail to release cleanly. Inspect the rear brake discs for lipping or blueing indicative of uneven pad contact, and examine the rear hub assemblies for fresh oil contamination, weeping seals, or a hot-smell after a short drive, which would confirm that the 2024 advisory regarding the rear hub seal leak has not progressed. The tyre condition noted across three positions in 2024 is also a priority, particularly on a vehicle that may stand for extended periods. Examine the sidewalls closely for hairline cracks, checking that the cracking flagged in 2024 has not advanced to the point where the cords are visible or the tyres are structurally compromised. Given that the Transit was not recorded as off the road for any consecutive years, the underlying mileage is genuine rather than the result of a long lay-up, but the low annual accumulation still warrants checks for any sticking calipers, corroded brake lines beneath the body, and condition of the underfloor and suspension components. A steady road test at speed should be carried out to verify there are no clonks from the front suspension over bumps, no vibration through the steering wheel from uneven brake disc wear, and no wandering or pulling that would indicate geometry or component issues not yet flagged at test.