2022 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · AX22 AHG

The vehicle currently holds a clean MOT status, having passed its most recent test on 26 June 2025 without any defects, advisories, or failure points recorded against it. As only this single test result is available within the DVSA history, the overall maintenance trend appears stable, with no recorded mechanical deterioration in the items typically inspected under the MOT regime, including braking efficiency, suspension condition, lighting, tyre condition, and exhaust emissions. The absence of advisories suggests that the previous examiner did not identify components on the cusp of requiring replacement, which is a positive indicator for a prospective buyer. However, given that this is a relatively recent vehicle and the MOT test represents only a snapshot of roadworthiness on the day, the clean result should still be supplemented with a thorough independent pre-purchase inspection. The recorded mileage of 30,679 miles on a 2022 model equates to an average annual usage of approximately 7,670 miles, which is broadly typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age. This moderate rate of accumulation suggests a balance between active use, which keeps mechanical components lubricated and functioning correctly, and not being excessively worked, which could prematurely wear drivetrain, clutch, or turbocharger components on this EcoBlue diesel derivative. There is no indication in the available records of long periods of standing unused, nor of unusually high mileage that would point to hard commercial use such as courier or delivery work. Prospective buyers should, however, seek to verify the mileage against the service book and any digital service records, as a gap or inconsistency between recorded MOT mileages and servicing intervals could indicate missed maintenance. Given the clean MOT record and moderate mileage, physical inspection should focus on age and calendar-related deterioration rather than wear from excessive use. The Ford Transit Custom is known for the age-related perishing of exterior rubber components, including door seals, wiper blades, and particularly the rear hatch strut seals, so a careful visual check around all panels and closures is worthwhile. Tyres should be examined not only for tread depth but for sidewall cracking or perishing, as even lightly used vans can suffer from dry rot after four years, especially if stored outside. Similarly, the 12V battery, cabin pollen filter, and diesel particulate filter additive levels should be verified, as calendar-based servicing rather than mileage is the trigger for replacement on many modern commercial vehicles. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the operation of the dual-mass flywheel and clutch, which can judder or rattle under load if worn, and to the braking system, specifically looking for any pulling to one side, shudder under heavy braking, or binding calipers that may have developed from periods of light use. The suspension should be assessed over uneven road surfaces for any clonking noises from the front MacPherson struts, anti-roll bar drop links, or rear leaf spring bushes, all of which are known wear items on this model. The EcoBlue diesel engine should be started from cold and observed for excessive smoke from the exhaust, any unusual ticking or knocking noises, and smooth power delivery without turbo lag or hesitation. Finally, a check of the underbody and inner wheel arches for any signs of corrosion, fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, or differential, and the condition of the braking lines and fuel lines is strongly recommended, as these areas are not always fully visible during a standard MOT test.