2015 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YS64 OBF

A chronic pattern of brake pipe corrosion underpins the mechanical profile of this 2015 Ford Transit, with advisories relating to corroded or grease-covered brake lines appearing at every recorded MOT since 2020. The offside rear brake pipe reached a Major defect level at the July 2021 test, causing a failure alongside a windscreen obstruction in zone A and an ineffective offside wiper, before the vehicle subsequently passed with the remaining advisories continuing year on year. Both front suspension arm pins or bushes have been flagged in multiple successive tests, the nearside from 2022 onwards and the offside first appearing in 2023, suggesting progressive wear on the front suspension linkages. The most recent test on 24 July 2026 recorded a pass but retained advisories for the same nearside front suspension bush, the nearside front brake pipe corrosion, and added a note for a worn front brake disc and a smooth brake pedal, alongside a continuing windscreen damage minor item. The absence of any recorded MOT failures since 2021 indicates the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the consistent recurrence of the same advisories signals ongoing deterioration rather than resolved defects. With 166,008 miles accumulated over eleven years of testing history, this Transit averages roughly 15,000 miles per year, which is a notably high annual accumulation for a commercial vehicle of this age and points to sustained operational use. The mileage progression through the MOT record shows steady year on year increases without significant gaps, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular service rather than being laid up for extended periods. At this mileage level, wear on consumables and major mechanical components such as clutch assemblies, turbochargers, injectors, dual-mass flywheels, and engine mountings should be regarded as expected rather than exceptional, and the recorded advisories on brake components and suspension bushes are broadly consistent with a working vehicle of this mileage profile. The absence of any recorded mileage inconsistencies or SORN-related gaps is itself a useful indicator of continuous use, though the high accumulated mileage means buyers should expect further component replacements to be likely required in the near term. Given the recurring brake pipe advisories spanning both front and rear lines, a prospective buyer should physically inspect the brake lines along the full chassis length for active corrosion, flaking undercoating, or any sign of fresh repair joint work, and should specifically check the offside rear line where the Major defect was recorded in 2021. During a test drive, the vehicle should be driven at low speed with the brakes applied firmly to detect any pull to one side or a spongy pedal feel, which could indicate a binding caliper or air ingress from a deteriorated line, particularly given the 2026 advisory noting a smooth pedal surface that may affect braking modulation. The front suspension should be evaluated by pushing down firmly on each front corner with the vehicle stationary and listening for knocking or clunking over uneven road surfaces, as the recurring advisories on both front suspension arm pins and bushes suggest the linkages are nearing the threshold of excessive movement and may require replacement soon. The drivetrain items flagged at the 2024 test, namely the deteriorated nearside and offside outer constant velocity joint boots, should be checked for any current grease leakage around the front wheels, as torn CV boots will progressively contaminate the joint internals and lead to eventual failure if not addressed. The offside fluid leak advisory noted at the 2021 failure should prompt inspection under the engine bay and beneath the vehicle for any residual oil or coolant staining on the subframe or ground, with attention to the condition of any replacement hoses or seals that may have been fitted since. With high mileage and eleven years of service, the parking brake mechanism noted as worn in 2024 should be tested on an incline to confirm it holds the vehicle securely, and the windscreen damage, which has been recorded as a minor item at every test since the 2020 failure, should be assessed for any progression toward zone A visibility that would warrant replacement before the next test.