2019 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · L33 WBW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive repairs. While it passed its latest MOT on 27 June 2025 at 125,241 miles, it failed the initial test due to multiple critical brake and steering defects. The tester identified front brake pads below the legal 1.5mm limit and widespread corroded brake pipes across three corners. This failure suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical components once they reached a point of failure rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage reflects a high-intensity profile, averaging nearly 18,000 miles per year over its seven-year life. There is a significant acceleration in usage recently, covering over 33,000 miles in the last three years. Between the June 2022 test at 91,702 miles and the May 2024 test at 121,165 miles, the vehicle clocked 29,463 miles in just two years. This heavy workload puts immense strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and cooling system of a Ford Transit Custom. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and steering assembly. The presence of corroded brake pipes covered in grease indicates a potential attempt to hide rust or fluid leaks from the tester, which poses a risk of sudden hydraulic failure. The slight seepage in the power steering hose noted in 2025 requires close monitoring to ensure it has not progressed into a leak-induced failure. Given the previous coolant leak recorded in 2023, the cooling system should be checked for signs of weeping joints or hose degradation to ensure the high-mileage engine has not been subjected to overheating.