2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · W7 SUP

The 2015 Ford Transit presents a stable but mechanically tired roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 15 October 2025 at 102,784 miles resulted in a pass, yet the tester flagged a light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber and a windscreen chip outside the driver's critical view. These are minor advisories, but the shock misting indicates the damper is beginning to seep internally, a condition that typically worsens gradually rather than failing catastrophically. The overall maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than improving, with the same suspension and brake issues appearing repeatedly across multiple test cycles without evidence of permanent repair. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,300 miles per year is entirely typical for a working Transit of this age, and the record shows consistent annual testing with no suspicious gaps. The vehicle covered approximately 5,400 miles between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests, which is slightly below the long-term average but not unusual. The MOT history is well-documented and continuous from 2023 onward, giving a reliable picture of the vehicle's condition trajectory. No rapid mileage spikes or extended periods off-road are evident from the data. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, which has been the most persistent source of advisories. The nearside and offside front inner suspension arm pins or bushes have been flagged as worn at every test from October 2023 through October 2024, yet the advisories disappeared from the 2025 record. This suggests either a repair was carried out or the wear has not yet progressed to the tester's threshold, but the original fault pattern points to a vehicle that has lived a hard working life. The front suspension bushes and ball joints should be checked for play, and the front subframe and mounting points inspected for corrosion or cracking, which is common on high-mileage Transits used on uneven surfaces. The braking system also warrants close attention. The October 2024 failure recorded binding service brakes on both front axles alongside worn rear brake discs, and the rear disc wear advisory has appeared in three consecutive tests. Binding calipers or sticking slide pins are a known issue on this model, and the repeated disc wear suggests the brakes have been dragging intermittently. A thorough road test should confirm the handbrake holds firmly on a gradient and the vehicle pulls straight under braking. The offside front driveshaft CV boot was also flagged as split in October 2024, so the joint should be inspected for play and the boot checked for fresh grease contamination, indicating whether it was replaced or simply re-greased as a temporary measure.