2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · RF15 WGC

A persistent pattern of front suspension component wear and constant velocity joint boot deterioration defines the mechanical record of this 2015 Ford Transit. Across the seven recorded tests, advisories concerning front suspension arm pins or bushes have appeared at virtually every annual examination since 2022, with both nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes flagged repeatedly on the 2022 and 2025 tests. The most recent examination on 24 July 2026 passed but raised this suspension advisory once more alongside both front outer drive shaft CV boots as minor defects noted as severely deteriorated. A single failure occurred on 25 July 2022 for an offside front headlamp aim projection defect, easily corrected and not indicative of a deeper mechanical issue. The trend shows no deterioration in overall pass rate, but the recurrence of suspension bush wear and CV boot degradation across multiple consecutive years suggests these are ongoing wear items rather than one-off observations. With 121,056 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, the vehicle has accumulated roughly 11,000 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a working Transit of this age and consistent with the unbroken annual testing cadence from 2020 through 2026. There are no gaps in the MOT history that would suggest extended periods off the road, nor any sudden mileage jumps between tests that would indicate clock irregularities or unusual usage spikes. This steady accumulation pattern is what one would expect from a light commercial vehicle in regular service, and it means that the wear items flagged in the advisories have developed progressively under normal operating conditions rather than emerging from neglect or long static storage. The recurring front suspension arm bush advisories are the principal area warranting close physical inspection before purchase. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps, potholes, or uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or delay in steering response. With the vehicle unloaded, sharply turning the steering from lock to lock at low speed can reveal excess slack in the lower arm pivots. The 2025 test also recorded front brake disc wear described as not excessive, and the 2026 test noted front brake binding but not excessively on both sides, so a standing brake efficiency check plus a rolling road assessment would be sensible; any pulling to one side under braking, a hot smell from one wheel after driving, or a reluctance of a caliper to release should be investigated. The slightly worn nearside rear shock absorber bush flagged in 2026 can be checked by pushing down hard on each rear corner and counting the number of oscillations, with continued bouncing after release indicating damping weakness. The constant velocity joint boot deterioration recorded as a minor on both sides at the most recent test is the most urgent mechanical concern, as a split boot will rapidly allow grease loss and ingress of dirt and water, leading to joint failure. On inspection, look for fresh grease flung around the inside of the front wheels or smeared on the surrounding suspension arms, and rotate the steering fully while stationary to listen for any clicking, popping, or whining from the transmission area. Beyond the recorded items, given the mileage and age, the underside should be examined on a ramp for any developing corrosion on subframe, brake pipe runs, and outboard handbrake mechanism, while the rear tyres should be checked for the perishing and cracking pattern flagged on the 2023 test. Confirm that the headlamp alignment is correct after the earlier 2022 adjustment, and ensure the parking brake holds on a slope given the 2023 advisory that the system only just met requirements.