2020 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · MA70 DNJ

A consistent record of MOT pass results with only a single advisory on file positions this 2020 Transit Custom as a stable roadworthy proposition, supported by three consecutive passes in 2024, 2025, and most recently on 21 August 2026. The only flagged item across the entire testing history is a nearside front tyre recorded as worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge at the 2026 test, while the 2025 and 2024 tests returned no advisories at all. The trend across the documented record is steady rather than deteriorating, with no advisories escalating from one test to the next and no failures recorded. There are also no recorded corrosion advisories on suspension or structural components, no brake-related flags, and no exhaust or emissions concerns, giving the documented history a notably clean appearance for a commercial vehicle of this age. The recorded mileage of 41,745 miles over approximately six years equates to an annual accumulation of around 6,958 miles, which is broadly typical for a working van of this class and suggests regular rather than sporadic use. There are no significant gaps between recorded tests or unexplained jumps in odometer readings, with the 2024, 2025, and 2026 entries showing a smooth progression consistent with steady operational use. This kind of mileage profile generally means that major drivetrain components such as the clutch, dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, and injector system have seen reasonable working life without being excessively worn, while consumable items like brakes, tyres, and suspension bushes will have accrued proportionate wear. The lack of multi-year lay-up periods in the testing record also reduces the likelihood of issues commonly associated with standing vehicles, such as seized brakes, perished rubber, or degraded diesel particulate filter components. Given the single advisory relating to nearside front tyre wear, a prospective buyer should focus particular attention on the front axle geometry and steering components during a test drive. Edge wear on a single front tyre can indicate misalignment following impact with a kerb or pothole, worn or perished front suspension bushes, top mounts, or track rod ends, or a slight binding in the front brake caliper causing uneven drag. On a road test, listen for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed bumps, and feel for vague or wandering steering, vibration through the wheel, or any inconsistency under braking. With the steering on full lock in both directions, any creaking or groaning from the front end points towards worn strut bearings or top mounts, while pulling to one side under steady throttle may indicate the camber issue responsible for the original advisory. The remainder of the mechanical checks should centre on the typical wear items expected at this mileage for a diesel Transit Custom, even though none have yet triggered an MOT advisory. Brake discs and pads should be inspected for lipping on the disc edges and minimum pad material, with attention to whether the nearside front caliper is binding, as this could have contributed to the recorded tyre wear pattern. The dual-mass flywheel, clutch take-up, and turbocharger should be evaluated through a thorough test drive, noting any rattling from the bell housing on idle, slipping under load, or delayed boost response. Diesel-specific items worth a visual inspection include the EGR valve and intake for carbon build-up, the diesel particulate filter for warning lights or restricted regeneration cycles, and the underside for any signs of oil leaks from the engine or gearbox sumps, which would not yet be reflected in the MOT file but are common at this age and mileage.