2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · SA15 ABZ

The vehicle presents a stable but reactive maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT on 12 May 2026 at 78,155 miles showing a failure for a near-side rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and a non-conforming registration plate. While the vehicle passed following these rectifications, the history indicates a recurring pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance. The tester flagged uneven tyre wear in May 2025 at 74,199 miles and again in May 2026, suggesting that wheel alignment or suspension geometry issues may be contributing to premature or uneven tread wear. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a light-to-moderate usage pattern for an 11-year-old commercial vehicle. The vehicle has covered approximately 7,105 miles per year, moving from 16,167 miles in June 2018 to 78,155 miles in May 2026. A notable jump in mileage occurred between May 2021 and May 2022, where the vehicle covered nearly 12,000 miles, whereas the period between 2018 and 2019 saw much lower usage. This steady progression suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate risks associated with seized components or perished seals. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and steering components. The record shows a history of shock absorber issues, specifically light oil misting on the offside rear in May 2019 and a possible oil leak from the offside rear shock absorber in June 2020. Given the repeated advisories regarding tyres wearing on the edges, a thorough check of the wishbone bushes, ball joints, and tracking is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not suffering from underlying steering geometry faults. The electrical and lighting components appear to have been addressed, following a failure for a non-functional central rear stop lamp in May 2023. While the brake pedal anti-slip provision was flagged as missing in May 2022, the vehicle has since passed multiple tests without similar mechanical or structural failures. Beyond the tyre-related issues, the record does not indicate any significant concerns regarding structural integrity or exhaust emissions, provided the recent tyre and registration plate faults have been fully resolved.