2021 Ford Transit Custom 280LMTD Eblue A 2.0L Diesel · GS11 BEX

The vehicle presents a stable but watchful maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 3 November 2025 at 93,979 miles passed without any dangerous or major failures, yet the tester flagged both rear brake discs as worn, pitted or scored. That advisory indicates the braking system has been operating under sustained load, typical of a hard-working commercial van, and the issue has not yet reached the point of serious structural weakening. The trend is not worsening in a critical sense, but it is not fully resolving either. The rear brake discs remain a developing concern that demands monitoring. Mileage accumulation tells a clear story of intensive use. Between the August 2024 test at 75,272 miles and the November 2025 test at 93,979 miles, the van covered 18,707 miles in roughly fifteen months. That equates to approximately 14,965 miles per year over that interval, which is higher than the overall average of 18,796 miles per year across its five-year life. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage, but the pace of use has been relentless. High annual mileage on a panel van accelerates wear on consumable components, particularly brakes, tyres, suspension bushes, and drivetrain mounts. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the braking system first. The rear discs were already showing surface degradation at the last test, and with nearly 19,000 miles added since then, the condition of the discs, pads, and rear calipers warrants close scrutiny. Binding calipers or uneven pad wear could explain the pitting pattern noted by the tester. The front tyres were worn close to the legal limit in August 2024, and given the mileage covered since, a fresh set may already be needed. Check the inner and outer sidewalls for cuts or bulging, especially on the rear outer tyre, which carried a slight wall damage advisory at the same test. Beyond brakes and tyres, inspect the suspension for play in the front wishbone bushes, drop links, and rear leaf spring shackles, all of which deteriorate faster under constant heavy use. Examine the subframe, sills, and wheel arches for corrosion, as high-mileage work vans often accumulate road salt damage in hidden areas. A thorough test drive under load will reveal whether the engine, gearbox, and clutch cope cleanly at motorway speeds or if there are vibrations, knocks, or slipping that the MOT alone cannot capture.