2019 Ford Transit Custom 340LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · LG69 RNE

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently non-roadworthy , as the most recent MOT entry (2025-07-25) failed. This indicates a persistent mechanical failure in the braking system, which is a critical safety concern for a 2019 Transit Custom. The tester flagged that the parking brake requirements are not met, suggesting the brakes require adjustment or repair, and the oil leak is not excessive, indicating the issue is a consumable rather than a severe structural defect. The failure date of 2025-07-25 falls approximately 1.5 years ago, placing the MOT failure well within the typical 6-month warranty window for this service, which reinforces the conclusion that the braking system is in poor condition. The mileage pattern reveals a significant gap in the record, with the first recorded test at 136,346 miles on 2025-07-25. This is a high mileage for a vehicle of its age, suggesting that the owner may have accumulated more miles than the vehicle was designed to handle, or the mileage is skewed by regular maintenance that does not reflect actual usage. The absence of a second test date in the provided history means there is no data to determine if the vehicle has been used for extended periods or if the mileage is artificially inflated, making it difficult to assess the true wear rate on suspension components, brakes, or drivetrain parts. Given the recurring faults in the braking system, the suspension, and the windscreen wipers, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and wear on critical components. Specific checks would include the suspension bushings and coil springs for excessive play or bending, the brake discs and binding calipers for corrosion and binding, and the windscreen wiper blades for fraying or missing. A thorough visual inspection is required to determine if the structural integrity of the chassis or the drivetrain has deteriorated, as these issues are likely to persist into the future and require immediate professional repair.