2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · RO06 RUS

The most recent DVSA examination on 14 October 2025 resulted in an MOT pass, although the same date also records a fail for an insufficient windscreen washer liquid level, with the vehicle subsequently passing once that minor rectification was completed. Alongside this, a Minor defect was issued for a severely deteriorated drive shaft constant velocity joint boot, which is a recurring concern given the vehicle's age and mileage. Looking back across the recorded test history, the vehicle has demonstrated a broadly stable maintenance trend with annual passes since 2020, but a pattern of minor advisories and defects has begun to emerge in the latter years, including front brake disc wear noted in 2022, a slightly damaged mirror in 2023, and now the deteriorating CV boot. While none of these items individually represent an immediate structural or safety failure, the gradual accumulation of wear-related advisories does suggest that the vehicle is now entering a phase where proactive servicing of suspension, driveline, and braking components will be increasingly important to maintain roadworthiness. With 129,332 miles recorded over approximately ten years, this Transit has covered around 12,933 miles per year, which is a notably high annual usage rate for a vehicle of this type and points to sustained, hard commercial-style use rather than light private mileage. High accumulated mileage such as this typically accelerates wear on mechanical consumables, including clutches, dual-mass flywheels, turbochargers, engine mounts, suspension bushes, coil springs, and wheel bearings, all of which may now be approaching or have exceeded their expected service life. The relatively consistent year-on-year test attendance, with no extended gaps in MOT history, suggests the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for prolonged periods, which is generally favourable for avoiding calendar-related deterioration of seals, brake components, and drivetrain fluids, but does mean wear-and-tear items will have been working continuously throughout the vehicle's life. Regarding the recurring and advisory items recorded in the MOT history, the deteriorating front drive shaft CV boot is the most pressing item for a prospective buyer to inspect. A split or perished boot will allow grease to escape and contaminants to enter the joint, leading eventually to rapid internal wear, vibration under load, and clicking noises on full lock. On a test drive, listen for any rhythmic clicking from the front wheels when turning at low speed, and check the inner and outer boot gaiters visually for splits, grease loss, or flinging. The 2022 advisory concerning worn and pitted front brake discs should also be investigated, as disc wear progresses gradually and the discs may now be at or near minimum thickness, potentially causing brake judder under heavy application or visible lipping on the disc edge. It would be prudent to inspect both brake disc surfaces and pad wear directly, and to verify caliper slide pins are free and the handbrake mechanism is functioning correctly, particularly given that Transits of this mileage are prone to binding rear calipers. Beyond the recorded MOT items, a comprehensive physical inspection should be carried out given the vehicle's age and mileage. Although the test record shows consistent use, it is wise to check the tyres closely for age-related sidewall perishing and cracking, particularly on the rear axle where heavy loads are carried, and to verify that all tyres have adequate tread depth and matched load ratings suitable for commercial use. The 12-volt battery should be tested for state of health, as batteries in high-mileage vehicles that undertake frequent short runs may be chronically undercharged. Brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox or differential oils should be considered for replacement on a calendar basis irrespective of apparent condition, as fluid degradation occurs with time. Finally, the underside and structural areas, including suspension arms, anti-roll bar links, drop links, and rear leaf spring hangers, should be examined for corrosion, cracks, or movement, as these are common wear points on the Transit platform at this mileage and can produce clonking or knocking noises over uneven surfaces that would not necessarily be flagged during a standard MOT inspection.