2020 Ford Transit Custom 300LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · HW20 TGO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 8 July 2025 at 90,547 miles. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than proactive care. While the vehicle failed that same test initially due to a critically thin offside rear brake pad and a defective nearside front wiper blade, these issues were addressed immediately to secure a pass. This suggests the owner addresses essential safety items only when they trigger a test failure rather than performing scheduled maintenance between intervals. The mileage profile indicates high usage for a six-year-old van, averaging approximately 15,000 miles annually. Between the July 2023 test at 54,142 miles and the July 2024 test at 69,970 miles, the vehicle covered 15,828 miles in a single year. This consistent high mileage puts significant strain on heavy-duty components like the suspension and drivetrain. The 2023 advisory regarding a worn offside rear tyre close to the legal limit further supports the observation of high-mileage operation where consumables are utilised to their limit before replacement. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The 2025 failure on the rear brake pad at 1.1mm warrants a check for signs of seized calipers or uneven pad wear across the remaining axle. Given the high mileage, the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs should be inspected for excessive play or fatigue, which are common on Ford Transit models under heavy load. Ensure the exhaust system mounting points are not showing signs of excessive corrosion, as high-mileage commercial vehicles often suffer structural degradation on the underbody.