2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · RO55 LLC

The most recent MOT, carried out on 29 July 2025, was passed but recorded an advisory that the off‑side front road wheel is slightly distorted. Over the last five years the vehicle has shown a mixed picture: recurring advisories for tyre tread approaching the legal limit, progressively thin front and rear brake pads and a front disc that is already worn, and a one‑off major failure in 2021 involving split CV‑boot boots and a non‑functional nearside headlamp. Since that failure the vehicle has passed subsequent tests, indicating that the critical faults were remedied, and the recent record suggests a generally stable maintenance trend, albeit with the usual wear items approaching the end of their service life. At 87 227 mi the van averages roughly 7 900 mi per annum, which is typical for a 2015 model used for mixed light‑commercial duties. The mileage does not point to any periods of excessive short‑term accumulation that would accelerate component fatigue, nor does it suggest prolonged inactivity that might have allowed corrosion or fluid degradation to set in. The relatively modest annual usage means that wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components should be in line with the recorded advisories, but the age of the vehicle means that time‑related deterioration must also be considered. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front wheel that has been flagged as slightly distorted; check for any wobble or vibration at speeds above 30 mph and inspect the wheel rim for cracks, bent spokes or corrosion that could affect tyre seating. The tyres have repeatedly been noted as close to the legal tread limit, especially on the nearside front and rear edges, so a thorough visual and tactile inspection of tread depth, sidewall cracking and any uneven wear patterns is essential – uneven wear may indicate mis‑aligned suspension bushes, worn steering components or a failing CV joint. The brake system shows thin pads on both axles and a front disc that is already worn; the pads should be measured for remaining thickness (typically a minimum of 2 mm) and the disc examined for scoring or rust that could cause shudder under braking. Listen for any squeal or pulsation when applying the brakes and verify that the handbrake holds firmly, as binding calipers are common on vehicles that have spent time standing. Given the vehicle’s age, time‑based checks are as important as mileage‑based ones. Inspect the 12 V battery for sulphation and verify that it holds charge, especially if the van has been idle for long periods. Examine all rubber components – CV‑boot seals, suspension bushes, and tyre sidewalls – for hardening, cracking or perishing, which can lead to leaks or sudden failure. Verify that the coolant, brake fluid and gear oil have been changed within the recommended intervals (typically every 24 months for brake fluid and every 30 000 mi or two years for coolant), and look for any signs of fluid leakage around the engine bay, under the chassis and at the rear axle. Finally, request a full service history and confirm that any major repairs, such as the CV‑boot replacement and headlamp replacement after the 2021 failure, were carried out to factory specifications and that the vehicle’s structural integrity, particularly the chassis and sub‑frame, shows no signs of corrosion or impact damage.