2021 Ford Transit Custom 300LMTD Eblue A 2.0L Diesel · BT71 VLF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to essential safety-critical consumable items. The most recent test in December 2025 at 106,280 miles resulted in a failure for a non-functional headlamp and thin front brake pads. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the recurrence of brake issues suggests that maintenance is only addressed when prompted by a failure rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage profile is high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging over 21,000 miles annually. Between the November 2024 test at 75,290 miles and the December 2025 test at 106,280 miles, the vehicle covered over 31,000 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation of mileage places significant stress on the suspension, drivetrain components, and braking system. The failure in late 2024 for both front tyres being below the legal 1.6mm limit confirms that the high-intensity usage is coupled with neglect of basic equipment checks. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front braking assembly and suspension components, as the high mileage and reported thin pads accelerate wear on wisharms, bushings, and coil springs. The history of thin tyres indicates the owner may overlook other mechanical pressures until they are near the end of their service life. Given the recent headlamp failure, the entire front electrical system and wiring looms should be checked to ensure no underlying corrosion or connectivity issues exist from the high-mileage environment.