2021 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · HV21 OUM

The vehicle presents a generally sound mechanical condition as of the most recent MOT on 18 March 2026 at 27,025 miles, where it passed with only two minor advisories. The maintenance trend is stable, showing no evidence of escalating mechanical deterioration. The tester flagged a defective offside front windscreen wiper blade and a severely deteriorated outer constant velocity boot on the offside front driveshaft. The CV boot advisory is the more significant finding. A split or degraded boot allows grease to escape and contaminants to enter the joint, which can lead to premature driveshaft failure if left unaddressed. Both items are straightforward repairs and do not indicate underlying neglect, but the CV boot should be inspected promptly to confirm whether the joint itself has sustained damage. The mileage pattern is notably low for a five-year-old commercial vehicle. The recorded readings show 19,458 miles in March 2024, 23,231 miles in March 2025, and 27,025 miles in March 2026, representing an average annual accumulation of roughly 3,800 miles over the first four years and approximately 3,800 miles in the most recent twelve-month period. This is well below the typical annual mileage for a Transit Custom used in trade or delivery work. The consistent year-on-year increase suggests regular use rather than prolonged standing, which reduces concerns about deterioration from inactivity such as seized brakes or perished rubber components. A prospective buyer should focus on the front axle and driveline during any in-person inspection. The CV boot deterioration on the offside front driveshaft warrants close examination to determine whether the joint has been compromised or whether the boot replacement was carried out after the March 2026 test. The nearside front brake pads were replaced prior to the March 2024 pass after being found worn to the wear indicator at the earlier test that same day, so pad and disc condition on both sides should be verified. Given the low mileage, the braking system may have experienced light use, but corroded discs or binding calipers can still develop on vehicles that cover short distances. The tyres, suspension bushes, and exhaust system should also be checked for age-related perishing, as low-mileage vehicles often develop cracking and deterioration from time rather than wear.