2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · SL20 OVO

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in the October 2025 test at 65,568 miles. This result indicates an improving trend compared to the previous year, where a failure revealed several defects that were subsequently rectified. The lack of advisories in the two most recent tests suggests that the immediate mechanical issues were addressed and the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum legal standards. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with typical commercial use for a Ford Transit, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. The vehicle progressed from 35,076 miles in October 2023 to 51,042 miles by October 2024, representing a jump of 15,966 miles in a single year. The subsequent interval saw 14,526 miles leading to the 2025 test, showing steady and predictable usage patterns rather than erratic operation or long periods of inactivity. The failure in October 2024 at 51,039 miles highlights a period of neglect regarding basic safety-critical consumables. The tester flagged multiple tyre defects, including cuts reaching the cords on the nearside rear and offside rear tyres, alongside an offside rear tyre worn to 1.6mm. These faults suggest the previous owner ignored significant tyre wear and physical damage until the MOT forced action. A buyer should inspect the current set of tyres for uneven wear or sidewall damage to ensure the replacements made after that failure have been maintained. While the most recent records are clean, the previous failure of the front windscreen wiper indicates a need to check the wiper motor and blades. Given the age and mileage of the van, a physical inspection should also focus on suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, as these are common failure points on Transit models. There is no evidence of structural corrosion or brake issues in the data, but the history of poor tyre maintenance justifies a thorough check of all undercarriage and rubber-related items.