2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · SA15 HLR

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing a recent trend of resolving significant mechanical failures to achieve a clean pass. The most recent test on 2 December 2025 at 150,006 miles followed a failed inspection earlier that same day. That failure highlighted a rough nearside front wheel bearing, an insecure nearside rear parking brake cable, and insufficient parking brake efficiency. While the vehicle passed the subsequent retest with no defects, the sudden appearance of these issues suggests that while repairs are being carried out to meet MOT standards, the vehicle is entering a phase of increased component fatigue. The mileage accumulation is high for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,637 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with the mileage climbing from 36,073 in April 2018 to 150,006 by December 2025. This steady, heavy workload explains the frequent advisory and failure items related to wear and tear. The jump from 70,746 miles in April 2019 to 104,119 miles in October 2020 indicates a period of high utilization, which aligns with the increased frequency of suspension and braking component issues noted in the subsequent years. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the suspension and braking systems during a physical inspection. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of worn suspension arm bushes and deteriorated ball joint dust covers, specifically noted in the 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 tests. The frequent mentions of worn brake pads, pitted discs, and parking brake inefficiencies suggest the braking system requires close scrutiny. Given the recent wheel bearing failure and the history of CV boot deterioration, the drivetrain and front-end hub assemblies should be checked for play or noise. The record also indicates a history of minor fluid leaks, such as the gearbox seal dampness noted in October 2021. While the most recent test was clean, the cumulative effect of high mileage on a commercial vehicle like this Transit means that rubber components, such as CV boots and suspension bushings, will likely require frequent replacement. Any inspection should verify that the recent repairs to the parking brake and wheel bearing were completed to a high standard and that no new leaks have developed under the current mileage load.