2017 Ford Transit Custom 270 2.0L Heavy oil · CK66 NTO

The 2017 Ford Transit Custom (270) shows a largely stable roadworthiness trend over its MOT history, with the most recent test on 3 October 2025 passing without defects at 97,277 miles. The only failure occurred in August 2024, but it was a retest within days, suggesting either a minor oversight or a quick resolution of an administrative or minor technical issue. No recurring advisories or defects appear in the record, which implies consistent compliance with MOT standards for brakes, suspension, emissions, and structural integrity during the last three tests. However, the gap between the 2024 failure and the 2024 retest—just 19 days—raises a minor question about whether the initial failure was procedural or if the vehicle was driven briefly between tests, potentially accelerating wear on components like tyres or brakes. Mileage progression suggests moderate usage, averaging around 10,800 miles annually over the past nine years, which aligns with typical commercial or mixed-use patterns for this vehicle type. The largest jump occurred between the 2022 and 2023 tests, where mileage increased by 9,049 miles in just under a year, though no failures or advisories accompanied this period. The absence of any MOT tests between August 2024 and October 2025—approximately 12 months—is unusual for a vehicle in active use, particularly given the 97,277-mile total. This gap could indicate extended off-road storage, reduced usage, or a deliberate delay in testing, though it does not inherently signal mechanical neglect. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear items that aren’t fully captured by the MOT, such as suspension bushes and coil springs, which may exhibit fatigue or dry rot after 97,000 miles. The brakes, while MOT-cleared, should be checked for uneven pad wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for prolonged periods. Tyres, though not failed, warrant scrutiny for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, as the rapid mileage spike between 2022 and 2023 could have stressed them. Finally, inspect the underbody for corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and the sills, as this is a critical area for structural integrity in a vehicle of this age and mileage. The lack of advisories in recent tests is reassuring, but these components are not always fully assessed during an MOT.