2017 Ford Transit Custom 290 Limited Heavy oil · RX67 VBP

The vehicle's most recent MOT history shows a fluctuating pattern of compliance, culminating in a pass on 12 November 2025. While the 2025 test resulted in a pass with no defects, this followed a failure on 17 October 2025. The preceding three annual tests on 21 October 2024, 03 October 2023, and 03 October 2022 all returned passes with no recorded defects. This recent failure suggests a sudden mechanical or safety issue emerged after three years of clean records, though the specific nature of the defect was not documented in the summary provided. The recorded mileage of 108,372 miles indicates an average annual usage of approximately 12,041 miles. For a 2017 Ford Transit Custom, this represents a higher-than-average utilization rate, which typically increases the rate of wear on consumable components and heavy-duty parts. The MOT records show consistent annual testing, which provides a continuous chronological data set, but the lack of mileage data for the individual yearly tests prevents a precise calculation of the recent distance covered between 2022 and 2025. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle to identify the cause of the October 2025 failure. Given the high mileage and the vehicle's commercial application, focus should be placed on the suspension system, including bushes and coil springs, as well as the braking system for signs of binding calipers or worn discs. The chassis and structural integrity should also be examined for corrosion, as high-mileage vans often show signs of wear in the underbody and load area. Because the 2025 failure occurred without a recorded defect description, verifying the recent repair is essential. A physical check of the drivetrain, exhaust system, and tyre tread depths is recommended to ensure that the components which caused the recent failure have been properly addressed and are not part of a developing trend of mechanical degradation. buying_score: 65 risk_level: Medium.