2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · LS20 GYR

A pattern of broadly clean roadworthiness is the defining mechanical takeaway from this Transit's MOT record, with five tests between 2023 and 2026 producing just a single failure and only one subsequent advisory-laden pass. The most recent test on 14 April 2026 recorded a pass alongside three advisories covering an oil leak and perishing on the nearside front and rear Tyres, while the 2025 and 2023 tests returned completely clean results with no advisories or failures. The only failure in the record occurred at the 15 March 2024 test, where both side repeater lamps were flagged as not working, classified as a PRs (present but rectified at station) issue and followed by an immediate pass on the same date once the bulbs were addressed. Overall the trajectory is stable rather than worsening, with no repeat advisories on major mechanical components such as brakes, suspension, steering, or structure across the recorded tests. Annual mileage accumulation for this 2020 Transit sits at roughly 10,910 miles per year based on the 65,457 miles recorded at the most recent test, which is broadly typical for a commercial vehicle of this age and considerably below the heavy-use thresholds often seen in panel vans. There are no extended gaps between tests, with the vehicle appearing for examination every twelve months between 2023 and 2026, indicating continuous road use rather than periods of standing off the road that would warrant concerns about dormant corrosion, seized calipers, or degraded drivetrain seals. This consistent annual usage is consistent with moderate commercial duty, supporting normal rates of wear on consumables without suggesting either an excessively worked delivery van or a vehicle that has spent significant time idle. For the specific items flagged in the 2026 advisories, an under-bonnet inspection should look closely at the engine and gearbox casings to identify the source of the noted oil leak, paying particular attention to the rear main crankshaft seal, timing chain cover, sump gasket, and turbocharger oil feed and return lines, as any of these could account for the residue observed by the examiner. While the leak was deemed not excessive, oil migrating onto the exhaust downpipe or clutch housing can produce visible misting and a faint burning smell under load, so a cold-start observation is worthwhile. The nearside front and rear Tyres were both flagged for slight perishing, which on a commercial vehicle often points to age-related sidewall deterioration rather than impact damage; on inspection, look for hairline cracks in the tread grooves and sidewalls, and confirm none of the cracking extends deep enough to expose the casing cords, as this would mandate immediate replacement regardless of remaining tread depth. On a test drive, attention should be directed to the symptoms commonly associated with the components that often begin to wear on Transits of this mileage. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and track rod ends, all of which are known wear points on this platform. Brake pedal feel should be assessed for sponginess or excessive travel, and the vehicle should be checked for any pulling to one side under firm braking that would warrant measuring disc and pad wear. Finally, with diesel particulate filter regeneration behaviour in mind, a sustained motorway drive should be observed to ensure the engine runs cleanly without excessive smoke or the glow of the DPF warning lamp, as higher-mileage commercial use can accelerate EGR and DPF fouling on the EcoBlue unit even when no related advisories have yet appeared on the MOT record.