2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · MF70 XOD

The roadworthiness status of this Ford Transit is currently valid following a pass on the third of January 2026 at 59,864 miles. The maintenance trend shows short-term stability after a corrective intervention, though the history reveals a distinct pattern of consumable neglect. In the December 2023 testing cycle, the vehicle failed its initial MOT due to severe tyre degradation, featuring a nearside rear tyre with exposed cords and tread depth below the legal limit alongside an offside rear tyre worn near the edge. Rectifying these critical defects allowed a pass the following day, while subsequent tests in December 2024 and January 2026 recorded clean passes and minor advisories, indicating that immediate safety failures are currently addressed rather than ignored. The recorded mileage of 59,864 miles across roughly six years averages out to approximately 9,977 miles annually, aligning with typical light commercial usage patterns. The testing cadence remains regular with annual winter inspections conducted between late December and early January. Specifically, the odometer progressed from the December 2023 failure through a clean test in December 2024 up to the most recent inspection in January 2026. This consistent yearly presentation suggests the vehicle has stayed in active service without prolonged periods of storage, maintaining a steady accumulation rate typical of a medium-sized delivery van. Prospective buyers must prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and tyres, given the recurring advisories noted in the records. The January 2026 test flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside thinning brake pads on both sides, mirroring front pad wear warnings issued during the December 2023 test. The offside rear brake disc also received a pitting advisory in December 2023, pointing to a persistent requirement for friction component replacement across multiple axles. Checking the remaining thickness of the brake discs and pads during a pre-purchase inspection will determine if immediate financial outlay is necessary to address these persistent wear items.