2016 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · YM65 XLL

The August 2025 MOT at 125,931 miles passed without any defects, and the earlier August 2025 failure at 125,413 miles was remedied, resulting in a pass on the subsequent test, which demonstrates an improving maintenance record. The vehicle, a 2016 Ford Transit Connect, has accumulated 125,931 miles over ten years, averaging about 12,600 miles per year, a rate that exceeds typical usage for its age. Mileage jumps are evident: from 46,512 miles in July 2018 to 60,541 miles in July 2019, a rise of 14,029 miles in one year, and from 74,921 miles in March 2020 to 91,052 miles in March 2021, an increase of 16,131 miles in less than a year, suggesting periods of intensive use or limited standing time. A buyer should examine the front suspension arm ball joint and lower arm for excessive wear, verify the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes, and check for any binding rear brake calipers or worn brake discs, as the history records repeated tyre edge wear, thin brake pads, and a failed rear brake test in 2020. The washer system and off‑side mirror damage noted in 2025 also merit inspection, as does any sign of structural rust or corrosion on the chassis, especially given the high mileage and previous advisories on tyre tread and brake pad thickness. While the recent pass indicates no immediate safety concerns, the recurring tyre wear on both sides and the documented thin brake pads suggest that consumable components may be nearing the end of their service life, and the suspension wear points to potential future failures; a thorough physical inspection of these items is essential before purchase.