2022 Ford Transit Custom 340LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · LB22 VGZ

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 3 July 2026, but the preceding test history reveals a concerning decline in maintenance standards. The failure on 1 July 2026 was particularly severe, recording two dangerous defects regarding damaged ply and cords in both front tyres, alongside major failures for the nearside headlamp and its beam aim. While these issues were rectified to achieve a pass, the presence of dangerous tyre defects suggests a lack of routine safety inspections and a disregard for basic roadworthiness prior to the test. This represents a worsening trend compared to the 2025 record, which only noted a minor wiper blade failure. The recorded mileage of 21,601 miles over approximately four years is exceptionally low for a commercial vehicle, averaging roughly 5,400 miles per year. While this indicates minimal wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, such low usage can introduce specific mechanical risks. Vehicles that spend extended periods standing are prone to tyre flat-spotting, the degradation of 12V auxiliary batteries, and the accumulation of surface corrosion on brake discs. For an electric vehicle of this age, low mileage does not exempt it from the effects of calendar-based chemical degradation of fluids and battery cells. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the wheels and tyres. The recent advisory regarding a distorted nearside front wheel rim, combined with the previous dangerous tyre failures, points to a significant impact event, such as a severe pothole or kerb strike. During the test drive, the buyer should listen for any unusual humming or feel for steering wheel shimmy and vibrations at higher speeds, which would indicate that the wheel distortion is affecting the vehicle's balance. A physical inspection of all four tyres is essential to check for uneven wear patterns or sidewall perishing, as the previous neglect of the front tyres suggests the rest of the set may be aged or poorly maintained. Given the low annual mileage and the electric powertrain, it is critical to verify the health of the high-voltage battery and the 12V starter battery. The buyer should check for binding brake calipers or heavy corrosion on the discs, which often occurs when a vehicle is not used frequently enough to scrub the surfaces clean. Furthermore, the service history should be scrutinized to ensure that time-based maintenance, such as brake fluid flushes and cabin filter replacements, has been performed according to the manufacturer's schedule regardless of the low odometer reading.