2021 Ford Transit Custom 300LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · MT71 PLZ

A remarkably clean MOT history defines this 2022 FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 300LEADER EBLUE, with the most recent test on 28 November 2025 passing with no advisories or defects recorded, and the prior examination on 6 December 2024 also returning a pass with a clean sheet. The single failure logged on 6 December 2024 carries no recorded defects, suggesting the issue was rectified immediately and likely related to a minor presentation matter such as a missing registration plate, an obscured VIN, or a tyre without a fitted tread depth sufficient at the time of test, given that a same-day pass was issued. With no advisories accumulated across the recorded tests and no recurring component flags, the documented roadworthiness profile is exceptionally tidy for a commercial vehicle of this class, and the mechanical trend as evidenced by the MOT record is one of stable, consistent compliance. Against an age of roughly five years, the recorded mileage of 134,941 miles translates to an annual accumulation of approximately 26,988 miles, which is firmly in the high-mileage bracket for a panel van of this type. This level of usage, which often translates into significant time spent under load or on motorway mileage for a working Transit Custom, places above-average demand on the clutch, dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, injector set, EGR system, and DPF, as well as the front and rear brake assemblies. The continuity of testing, with no significant gaps between MOT examinations, suggests the van has been kept in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods, which is generally favourable for an AdBlue-equipped diesel of this generation as it reduces the likelihood of DPF blockage, SCR system crystallisation, and turbo seizure from oil starvation. Given the heavy commercial mileage, a prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough physical appraisal, as MOT pass status reflects only the condition at the moment of test. On a road test, listen carefully for any clonks or thuds from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and top mounts, which are common wear items on high-mileage Transit Customs and can show play without necessarily failing an MOT. Check the steering for vagueness off-centre or any knocking under load, which can indicate worn power steering rack mounts or track rod inner joints. At low speed, feel for any vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel, and listen for grinding or scraping that may suggest worn discs or pads close to replacement, as commercial use accelerates front brake wear significantly. The diesel powertrain itself warrants particular attention on a test drive. With the engine cold and at idle, listen for any irregular ticking from the injectors or a rattle that could suggest timing chain stretch, both of which are known concerns on the 2.0 EcoBlue unit when mileage climbs. Allow the engine to warm thoroughly and then drive under load in a high gear at low rpm to encourage any DPF regeneration activity to begin; excessive smoke, a drop in power, or a glow-plug or EML warning during this exercise could indicate an overloaded soot filter. Inspect the engine bay for any oil residue around the rocker cover gasket, turbo oil feed lines, and the intercooler piping, and check the coolant level for any signs of contamination that might point to a failing EGR cooler. Finally, examine the underside of the vehicle for any corrosion on the rear axle, suspension subframes, and brake pipes, as commercial Transits are often exposed to salt and moisture that can affect structural and brake line integrity well before any MOT failure threshold is reached.