2014 FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 290 TREND E-TEC2.2L DIESEL

Verdict This 2014 Ford Transit Custom 290 Trend E-Tec is a high-risk vehicle for severe mechanical failure due to its age and mileage, despite recent clean MOTs. The vehicle has been MOT-tested every single year since 2019, with a single passing in 2026. This pattern indicates the vehicle has been maintained for over a decade, suggesting the last MOT was taken at a time when the vehicle was likely in active use or at a lower mileage threshold. The primary risk pattern is a high probability of catastrophic failure in the drivetrain and transmission, particularly the alternator and starter motor. The 173,502 miles recorded since the last MOT are exceptionally high for a 14-year-old vehicle, suggesting the vehicle has undergone significantly more wear on the drivetrain components than expected for its age. This "high mileage" signal implies the vehicle may have been used in areas with high traffic volumes or heavy usage, leading to rapid degradation of internal combustion engine parts. The mileage is ambiguous in the context of a 14-year-old vehicle. While it appears to be high for its age, the lack of defects in the last MOT suggests the vehicle has been maintained, which can mask wear on critical components. However, the sheer volume of miles suggests the vehicle has experienced significant wear, potentially affecting the alternator, starter motor, and transmission. A buyer should inspect the most recent MOT and check the alternator and starter motor immediately.