2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · YP65 AAF

Overall roadworthiness remains uncertain because the most recent MOT on 20 April 2026 at 71,702 miles produced a failure with no defects recorded, an irregular result against the prior clean passes. The test on 16 October 2025 at 69,505 miles passed without defect, while 1 October 2024 shows both a fail and pass at 63,774 miles, again with no defects logged. Mechanical trend across the visible history stays stable with zero advisories, but the repeated unexplained failures point to record-keeping or administrative anomalies rather than progressive wear. The van covers modest distances for its eleven years. From the 4 October 2023 pass at 59,486 miles, distance rose to 63,774 miles by 1 October 2024, then to 69,505 miles by 16 October 2025, and 71,702 miles at the April 2026 test. Annual increments of around 4,300 to 5,700 miles sit below typical light-commercial load. The record is sparse, only five entries in three years, yet shows no prolonged standing gaps or sudden mileage spikes beyond the same-day retest in October 2024. A buyer must establish the true cause of the two no-defect failures directly with DVSA before purchase. The clean advisory list does not exempt physical checks on structural integrity, chassis corrosion, suspension bushes and coil springs that age can degrade silently. Testers flagged no binding rear calipers or lipped brake discs in any visit, but empirical measurement of braking performance and exhaust emissions is sensible on a 2015 diesel variant. Previous owners maintained annual test cadence, yet the unexplained fail entries imply either poor presentation or centre clerical omission. Commission an independent inspection of drivetrain seals, steering linkages and underbody rust to confirm the paper record reflects the vehicle's true condition.