2020 Ford Transit Custom 320NUGET Eblu A 2.0L Diesel · AF70 OEM

This 2020 Ford Transit Custom presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 January 2026 at 25,313 miles with zero defects recorded. The most recent certificate is less than six months old, meaning the vehicle currently holds valid roadworthiness cover through to January 2027. The trajectory from the November 2023 failure to two consecutive clean passes indicates that previous tyre and wiper defects were addressed promptly and have not recurred. The recorded mileage of 25,313 miles across approximately six years equates to roughly 4,219 miles per annum, which is notably low for a commercial van of this type. The interval between the November 2024 pass at 19,584 miles and the January 2026 pass at 25,313 miles shows an accumulation of 5,729 miles over thirteen months, suggesting a modest uptick in usage during that period. Prior to that, the van covered 4,822 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, and 4,762 miles in the preceding year. The mileage progression is consistent and free of suspicious gaps, pointing to regular but light use rather than prolonged standing or sudden high-mileage runs. The only recorded defects appeared during the November 2023 test at 14,762 miles, where both front tyres were flagged for cracking or perishing under regulation 5.2.3 (d) (ii), and the central front wiper was cited for failing to clear the windscreen effectively under regulation 3.4 (b) (ii). Both issues were rectified before the retest on the same date, and neither has reappeared in subsequent inspections. Tyre condition at this mileage is a consumable matter rather than a structural concern, though a buyer should still verify the date codes and sidewall condition of all four tyres, including the spare if fitted, to confirm they have been replaced since the 2023 advisory. Beyond the documented record, a prospective buyer should carry out a physical inspection of the underbody and sill areas for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and brake lines, as light-use vans can suffer from moisture ingress and surface rust during idle periods. The front suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers deserve close attention given the van's commercial duty cycle, even at this modest mileage. A road test should confirm that the braking system operates without binding or uneven pull, and that the exhaust emissions remain stable under load, as low annual mileages can sometimes lead to incomplete combustion and catalytic converter efficiency issues over time.