2022 Ford Transit 330 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · MM71 EFR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent MOT on 12 June 2026 at 152,579 miles, it failed just five miles prior due to an extensive list of mechanical and electrical defects. This suggests that critical components are only addressed when forced by a test failure rather than through a proactive service schedule. The state of the vehicle fluctuates between being functional and dangerously neglected. The mileage is exceptionally high for a four-year-old van, averaging over 38,000 miles per annum. Between the May 2025 test at 117,582 miles and the June 2026 test, the vehicle covered 34,997 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation indicates heavy, long-distance commercial use, which accelerates the degradation of the drivetrain and suspension components. The transition from an advisory on a suspension arm bush in 2025 to a total failure of that component and the track rod in 2026 confirms that the hardware is reaching the end of its functional life. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The 2026 failure highlighted excessive play in the offside front track rod end and a worn suspension arm bush, alongside a binding nearside rear brake pad that was below the legal limit. You should check for signs of uneven tyre wear and heat damage to the calipers. Furthermore, the multiple bulb failures in the recent test suggest a general lack of basic pre-trip inspections. Given the high mileage, the integrity of the turbocharger and clutch should be a priority upon purchase.