2021 Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue 2.0L Diesel · HO53 KEN

The vehicle currently holds a passing MOT status, but the maintenance trend shows signs of minor regression. While the March 2025 test at 51,873 miles returned no defects, the most recent inspection on 9 March 2026 at 62,444 miles flagged several minor issues. These included an inoperative nearside registration plate lamp, a damaged nearside obligatory mirror, and an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. These recent advisories suggest a shift from the pristine condition seen in 2025 toward a more reactive approach to basic consumable maintenance. The mileage accumulation is significant, averaging approximately 12,500 miles per year. The vehicle covered 13,583 miles between March 2025 and March 2026, and 13,583 miles between March 2024 and March 2025. This consistent, high-intensity usage pattern is typical for a commercial vehicle like a Transit Custom but places increased stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems. The data shows no gaps in testing, indicating the vehicle has been in regular, heavy use throughout its five-year lifespan. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the tyre condition and general wear. The MOT history shows recurring issues with tyres, specifically the offside rear tyre failing in March 2024 due to a cut reaching the cords and the offside rear tyre being worn close to the limit in March 2026. This pattern suggests the previous owner may be neglecting tyre replacement intervals. I recommend a thorough inspection of all four tyres for uneven wear, which could indicate underlying suspension or alignment issues. Beyond the tyres, the recent advisory regarding the registration plate lamp and the damaged mirror suggests minor bodywork and electrical upkeep has slipped. Given the high mileage, a physical inspection of the brake discs, pads, and suspension bushes is necessary to ensure the vehicle has not suffered excessive wear from its heavy annual mileage. There are no recorded structural or corrosion issues in the history, but the high usage warrants a check of the underbody for debris-related damage or component fatigue.