2016 Ford Transit Custom 270 ECO-Tech 2.2L Diesel · SM16 KGP
2016 Ford Transit Custom 270 ECO-Tech (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 157,992 miles. MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 270 ECO-TECH
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM16 KGP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 157,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SM16 KGP Mileage History
- 30/06/2023125,924 mi
- 15/07/2024141,344 mi+15,420 mi
- 02/07/2025157,018 mi+15,674 mi
- 10/12/2025157,842 mi+824 mi
- 19/12/2025157,992 mi+150 mi
Average of roughly 12,967 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM16 KGP MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Transit Custom 270 Eco-Tech (SM16 KGP) between June 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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Our Verdict
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Given the high mileage and the recent string of MOT failures, your priority should be verifying the maintenance history. Since the MOT records do not confirm service intervals, you must ask the seller for physical proof of oil changes and component replacements, particularly for the 2.2L Eco-Tech engine components.
When inspecting this specific white Transit Custom, check for signs of heavy commercial use. Negotiate the price downwards if there is no evidence of recent major work to address the issues that caused the 2025 failures. Ensure you verify the timing belt/cambelt replacement interval, as this is critical for this engine type at this mileage.
Running costs for this 2198cc diesel van will be influenced by its high annual usage. Fuel economy will depend heavily on load and driving style, but as a diesel commercial vehicle, it is subject to fluctuating fuel prices and potential ULEZ/Clean Air Zone charges depending on its specific emissions rating.
Insurance groups for Transit Customs vary, but high-mileage commercial vehicles often attract higher premiums. Expect maintenance costs to be higher than average due to the vehicle's age and the wear associated with exceeding 150,000 miles. An estimated annual running cost for fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance is approximately £2,500-£3,500.
Focus your inspection on the areas that may have contributed to the two MOT failures in July and December 2025. While the latest record shows no defects, the proximity of these failures suggests recurring issues with wear-and-tear items such as brakes, suspension components, or lighting.
Check the underside of the chassis for corrosion and inspect the suspension bushings and shock absorbers, which are common wear points on high-mileage Transits. Additionally, listen for any unusual engine noise or turbocharger whine, which can be indicative of high-mileage diesel engine wear.
This 2016 Ford Transit Custom 270 Eco-Tech has covered 157,992 miles in approximately ten years, which is significantly higher than the model average of 12,025 miles per year. The MOT history shows a recent trend of instability, with two failures recorded in the latter half of 2025 alone. Although the December 2025 test resulted in a pass with no defects, the frequency of recent testing suggests a vehicle that has required multiple interventions in a short period.
Aggregate data from 475 analysed vehicles shows an average MOT pass rate of 80.9% for this model.
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