2021 Ford Transit Custom 280LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · FX21 LHK

The vehicle presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent test on 31 July 2025 passing cleanly at 41,552 miles and recording zero defects. That outcome is significant because it follows a failure just eight days earlier on 23 July 2025 at 41,382 miles, where the tester flagged critically worn front brake pads, significantly worn front brake discs, a cut to the offside front tyre exposing ply or cords, and nearside front tyre tread below the 1.6 mm legal minimum. The fact that all five identified defects were rectified within a single week and the subsequent test passed without advisories indicates the previous owner addressed the issues promptly rather than deferring them. No corrosion, structural integrity concerns, suspension faults, or exhaust emissions defects appear anywhere in the record, which is a positive sign for a commercial vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2021-registered van, averaging roughly 8,310 miles per year over five years. The jump between the July 2024 pass at 27,971 miles and the July 2025 failure at 41,382 miles represents approximately 13,400 miles covered in the final twelve-month period, which is higher than the annual average but not excessive for a working commercial vehicle. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of inactivity. The record is sparse with only three tests across the vehicle's life, which is not unusual for a van just over four years old, but it does mean there is limited long-term trend data beyond the most recent twelve months. A buyer inspecting this van in person should focus on the front braking system given the severity of wear recorded in July 2025. Even though new pads and discs were fitted to pass the retest, the original wear pattern suggests either sustained heavy use, frequent stop-start driving, or a binding caliper that accelerated pad and disc degradation. Have a technician measure remaining disc thickness and check caliper slide pins for free movement. The tyre damage flagged on the offside front also warrants attention, as a cut deep enough to expose cords implies impact damage from kerb strikes or road debris that may have affected the sidewall integrity. Inspect both front tyres for fresh replacements and check for any sidewall bulging or uneven wear. Beyond that, examine the subframe, sills, and wheel arches for corrosion, particularly around mounting points where commercial vans commonly accumulate road salt and moisture. The clean pass at the most recent test is encouraging, but the July 2025 failure reveals that consumable components were allowed to reach a dangerous condition before replacement, so verify that servicing intervals have tightened since.