2023 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · MW23 ACO

The vehicle currently holds a clean MOT certificate, having passed its most recent test on 15 May 2025 at 44,611 miles with no defects recorded. That pass came three weeks after a failure on 23 April 2025 at the same mileage, where no faults were listed either. This points to the initial failure being procedural rather than mechanical, and the subsequent pass confirms the van met the required standards. The overall maintenance trend is stable, with every recorded pass showing a zero-defect result and no recurring advisories across the history. The recorded mileage of 44,611 miles at roughly three years old equates to about 14,870 miles per year, which is high for the vehicle's age. The gap between the April 2024 test at 18,741 miles and the April 2025 tests at 44,611 miles shows an accumulation of roughly 25,870 miles in a single year, indicating sustained heavy use. The two passes in April 2024, only five days apart, suggest the van was presented twice within a short window, though both were clean. This rapid accumulation implies regular motorway or fleet-style work, which accelerates wear on suspension components, brakes, and drivetrain parts. With no faults or advisories on record, there are no specific mechanical issues to chase down. However, the high annual mileage warrants a hands-on check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, as these suffer most under continuous loaded use. A buyer should also inspect the brake calipers for signs of binding and check the exhaust system for corrosion. The clean history is encouraging, but the usage pattern means a thorough independent inspection remains a sensible step before purchase.