FORD TOURNEO CUSTOM 320 TI EBLUE A2023 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 30 April 2026 at 70,321 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the most recent MOT, conducted just seven weeks ago, and it marks the third consecutive first-time pass in the history. No advisories or failures have been logged across the entire record, which is a strong indicator of consistent mechanical upkeep. The absence of any flagged components, from suspension bushes and coil springs to brake discs and exhaust emissions, suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard throughout its working life. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a three-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 23,440 miles per year. The record shows a significant jump of 32,029 miles between the January 2024 test at 34,368 miles and the May 2025 test at 66,397 miles, representing nearly a full year of intensive use concentrated into roughly sixteen months. The subsequent interval from May 2025 to April 2026 added only 3,924 miles, indicating a marked drop in usage intensity over the most recent period. This pattern points to sustained high-demand commercial or long-distance use in the middle of the vehicle's life, followed by lighter recent operation. Despite the clean MOT record, the high annual mileage warrants a focused in-person inspection of components subject to accelerated wear. Have a technician examine the front and rear suspension bushes, drop links, and anti-roll bar links for play, as high-mileage commercial vehicles frequently develop compliance issues between MOT intervals. Inspect the brake discs, pads, and calipers for uneven wear or binding, particularly on the rear axle, and check the tyre condition across all four corners including the spare if fitted. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion and the DPF system for soot loading, which is common in vehicles that have done sustained motorway work. Inspect the subframe, sills, and wheel arches for any early signs of structural corrosion, as panel vans of this type are often exposed to road salt and heavy loads. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but it does not replace a thorough pre-purchase inspection. A specialist should carry out a full diagnostic scan to check for stored fault codes, particularly on the EGR valve, turbocharger, and emissions control systems, which can present intermittent issues not captured during a static MOT test. A road test under varied conditions, including low-speed manoeuvres and hard braking, will reveal any emerging issues with the drivetrain, steering, or braking system that a stationary test cannot detect. Given the vehicle's commercial nature and high mileage, verifying the service history against the MOT record will confirm whether routine maintenance has been performed on schedule or reactively after failures.