2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YP65 PXM

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 27 April 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, and the overall test history reflects a stable and well-maintained pattern. Across the eight recorded tests from 2020 to 2026, only one failure is documented, an emissions exceedance on 24 April 2025 which was rectified and resulted in a pass just four days later. The absence of any advisories on the most recent test, combined with consecutive clean passes in 2023, 2024, and 2026, suggests that the owner has been attentive to the vehicle's roadworthiness and that no significant wear items are currently flagged for attention. With 62,310 miles recorded over a ten-year lifespan, the Transit has averaged around 6,200 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a commercial vehicle of this age, particularly one that may have transitioned from active fleet use to lighter secondary duties. This mileage figure is consistent with steady rather than heavy utilisation, meaning that major drivetrain components such as the clutch, gearbox, and engine internals should not yet be excessively worn, though they will still require due diligence at this age. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record, indicating continuous compliance and likely regular use, which is generally favourable for preventing the issues associated with prolonged standing. Given the clean MOT history, attention should now turn to age- and calendar-related degradation rather than recorded defects. The 2016 Transit is now ten years old, and several components deteriorate with time irrespective of mileage. Tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds harden with age even when tread depth remains adequate. Look for any signs of corrosion on the brake discs, particularly around the edges and hub face, which can lead to juddering under braking, and check that the calipers are not seizing by ensuring smooth operation when the vehicle is first moved from cold. Given that the single recorded failure related to exhaust emissions, it would be prudent to verify that the catalytic converter, lambda sensors, and exhaust system are in good order, and to ensure that any remedial work carried out after the 2025 failure is properly documented. Other checks appropriate to a vehicle of this profile include a thorough inspection of the 12V battery, as units over five years old can suffer from reduced capacity, particularly in vehicles used for short journeys. Brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid are all subject to calendar-based degradation and should be confirmed as recently renewed, with supporting service records ideally available. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar linkages should be examined for wear or cracking, and a test drive on a variety of road surfaces should be conducted to identify any knocking, clonking, or uneven ride quality. Finally, verifying the completeness of the service book, including regular oil and filter changes, and ensuring that the timing belt interval has been observed according to manufacturer schedule, will provide further confidence in the vehicle's long-term mechanical integrity.