2021 Ford Transit Custom 280LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · ST71 HKY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 16 January 2026 at 74,067 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The test failed earlier on that same day due to a nearside rear indicator colour mismatch and both front tyres being below the legal 1.6mm limit. While these issues were rectified immediately to secure the pass, the failure indicates that basic consumable maintenance was only addressed when necessitated by a formal test. The mileage profile reflects heavy usage for a five-year-old van, averaging approximately 14,800 miles annually. Between the January 2025 test at 52,442 miles and the January 2026 test, the vehicle covered 21,625 miles in just twelve months. This rate of accumulation suggests consistent commercial application, which typically places significant stress on the suspension, braking system, and drivetrain. The lack of advisories in the previous tests is unusual given this high annual mileage-run. A buyer should personally inspect the front axle and suspension components, as the recent failure on front tyres suggests high wear in these areas. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake discs for thinning and calipers is necessary to ensure they are not nearing their limit. You should also look for signs of premature corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system, as the MOT record does not provide detail on structural degradation that often affects high-mileage Ford Transit vehicles.