2021 Ford Transit 350 Trend Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · LD71 MFU

A largely unblemished roadworthiness record sits behind this 2021 Ford Transit 350 Trend EcoBlue, with the most recent examination on 9 October 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or failures recorded at that test. Across the two tests documented, there is a single failure-free pass in 2024 followed by a clean pass in 2025, indicating a stable and improving administrative trend. The only items ever flagged on the record are two advisories from the October 2024 test: a nearside front tyre noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on its edge, alongside a TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) warning light reported as flashing. Both items are relatively minor and typical of commercial vehicle wear, but the nature of the advisory does suggest that wheel alignment or tyre rotation practice may warrant scrutiny. With 37,702 miles accumulated over roughly five years, the van is running at approximately 7,540 miles per year, which is broadly average for a working Transit of this vintage. The progression from the implied first-test mileage through to the recorded total suggests steady, consistent commercial use rather than long periods off the road or sudden, heavy-mileage spikes. This kind of mid-range annual accumulation tends to produce moderate but predictable wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres, while key drivetrain and suspension components remain within normal service-life expectations for the age. There are no testing gaps of concern in the recorded history that would raise questions about extended standing periods, which can otherwise bring issues such as seized brakes, deteriorated rubber components, or DPF concerns on EcoBlue derivatives. For a prospective buyer, the front nearside tyre advisory should be treated as a priority inspection point. On a test drive, listen for any rhythmic drone or thumping that intensifies with speed, which can indicate uneven tread wear, and visually inspect the inner and outer shoulders for feathering or excessive shoulder wear. Uneven edge wear on the nearside specifically can point to misalignment, worn wishbones, track rod ends, or anti-roll bar linkages, all known wear points on the Transit platform. It is worth checking that the steering wheel sits centralised and that the van does not pull noticeably under braking or acceleration, and a thorough inspection underneath for perished or cracked suspension bushes on the front axle would be advisable. Given the vehicle's working-van brief, also confirm the tracking has been recently checked, as a single alignment issue left unaddressed can rapidly consume a fresh set of tyres. The flashing TPMS advisory deserves attention even though it is not a fail item. A continuously flashing TPMS light, as opposed to a steady one, typically indicates a system fault rather than simply low pressure, often traced to a failed sensor, a sensor that has lost its pairing with the ECU, or corroded valve stems. Buyers should verify that all four sensors are present and functioning, and ask whether any aftermarket wheels have been fitted, as sensor compatibility and re-sync procedures can sometimes be overlooked during routine tyre changes. On the road, a brief brake test from around 30 mph should produce a straight, firm pedal without vibration, and any knocking or clonking from the front end over speed humps or rough surfaces would suggest the advisories noted have progressed into component failure. Otherwise, the EcoBlue powertrain should be evaluated for its usual diesel characteristics, including smooth turbo spooling and clean exhaust behaviour under load, which are not flagged in the MOT record but remain standard checks for any prospective Transit purchase.