2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · BL70 AHO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the December 2025 test at 66,080 miles, the record shows a significant decline in standards compared to the previous year. The failure in November 2025 was particularly concerning, involving a leaking fuel tank and an inoperative engine management light, which suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced to by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a light-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. There is a notable surge in usage between December 2024 (43,178 miles) and December 2025 (66,080 miles), where the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in just twelve months. This rapid acceleration correlates with the increased wear observed on consumables noted in the most recent tests, specifically the thinning brake pads and uneven wear on the inner tyre. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in both November 2025 and December 2025, while the rear pads reached the wear indicator in late 2024. The recurring issue with the worn nearside rear inner tyre indicates a potential alignment problem or a faulty suspension component that requires professional investigation. Furthermore, the fuel tank leak reported in the 2025 failure should be visually verified to ensure the repair was permanent and that no residual leaks are present under the undercarriage.