2019 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · GA55 MSM

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 25 October 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents a positive and stable outcome following the 2024 advisory pattern. Across the documented history, the vehicle has demonstrated a generally well-maintained compliance profile, with passes recorded in 2022, 2023, and 2025, interrupted only by two isolated failures in mid-2022 and mid-2024, both relating to windscreen wiper effectiveness rather than structural or mechanical integrity issues. The 2024 failure also included a split nearside front outer constant velocity joint boot, which is a common wear-related defect on front-wheel-drive vehicles and has clearly been remedied given the clean pass at the subsequent test. The advisories logged in September 2024 regarding tyre sidewall perishing on the front offside and both rear tyres, together with front and rear brake disc wear, suggest that while the vehicle remained within legal limits, certain consumables were approaching a service threshold and warrant close attention during a pre-purchase inspection. With a recorded mileage of 62,348 miles over approximately seven years, this Transit Custom has covered roughly 8,907 miles per year, which sits broadly in line with typical commercial use for this model and age. There is no evidence of significant mileage gaps or unusually rapid accumulation within the recorded MOT history, which suggests consistent rather than sporadic operation. For a van of this type, this annual mileage pattern typically results in moderate wear to engine, drivetrain, and suspension components without the accelerated degradation seen on higher-mileage examples. That said, commercial vehicles frequently undertake urban delivery cycles with heavy loads, stop-start driving, and extended idle periods, all of which can accelerate wear to clutches, brake systems, cooling components, and front suspension items even at moderate annual mileages, so a thorough mechanical inspection remains prudent. Given the 2024 advisories concerning tyre sidewall cracking and perishing, prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the condition of all four tyres, checking for signs of sidewall deterioration such as crazing, hairline cracks, or visible rubber degradation, as these conditions tend to progress with age regardless of remaining tread depth. Tyres fitted in 2024 may now be approaching the end of their safe life even if tread remains adequate, and replacement should be budgeted if sidewall perishing is evident. The brake disc advisories from the same test should prompt a close inspection of the front and rear discs for lipping, scoring, or corrosion pitting, particularly given that light commercial vans frequently suffer from binding calipers and uneven pad wear due to load cycling. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding noises on light brake application, feel for any pulsing or shudder through the steering wheel indicating disc runout, and check that the vehicle pulls evenly to both sides under braking. The 2024 constant velocity boot failure and recurring wiper effectiveness issues across multiple tests indicate that attention should also be directed toward the front axle driveshaft gaiters and the wiper linkage mechanism. A test drive should include a low-speed full-lock manoeuvre in both directions to expose any clicking, knocking, or vibration from worn CV joints, and the wiper system should be operated across the full screen to confirm consistent clearing without smearing or streaking. Beyond the recorded defects, age-appropriate checks remain highly relevant for a seven-year-old commercial vehicle, including verification of recent cambelt or timing chain service history, brake fluid replacement which degrades hygroscopically over time irrespective of mileage, coolant condition to prevent corrosion within the cooling system, and the state of the 12V battery which can fail without warning on vans subject to frequent short journeys. A lift inspection is strongly recommended to examine the underside for corrosion to structural and suspension components, the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or bracket failure, and any evidence of fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, or steering rack that may not yet be recorded in the MOT history.