2022 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · TS72 TPS

A 2022 Ford Transit Custom carrying only 14,365 miles presents a remarkably sparse MOT history, with just a single recorded test on 10 October 2025 where it passed cleanly, accompanied only by tyre-related advisories. The front pair of tyres were both flagged as approaching the legal tread limit and wearing on their edges, which is a particularly telling observation given the low annual mileage. Edge wear on a light commercial vehicle typically points to a combination of factors common to vans of this class: frequent kerb contact during urban delivery work, heavy unladen front axle loading from the engine and ancillaries, or sustained cornering under partial load. The fact that both front tyres exhibited the same pattern simultaneously suggests a systemic alignment or load-distribution characteristic rather than an isolated event, and any prospective buyer should treat the wear geometry itself as the key data point rather than simply the low tread depth. With only 14,365 miles accumulated over four years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 3,591 miles annually, a figure that is unusually low even for a commercial van and warrants careful consideration of what this usage pattern implies mechanically. Vans of this size and intended purpose are typically designed to operate under far higher annual mileages, and prolonged periods of stationary or near-stationary use can bring their own set of issues, particularly around brake disc corrosion, sealing drying, and turbocharger oil starvation on diesel powertrains. The first MOT was not recorded until the vehicle was approximately three and a half years old, which means a substantial period elapsed with no statutory inspection, though manufacturer service history should bridge that gap. The mileage between the single recorded test and the present date cannot be quantified, so the current odometer reading should be verified against the V5C logbook and any available service invoices to confirm whether the van has remained genuinely low-use or has experienced a sudden increase in activity that could stress components not yet reflected in the test record. Given the advisory pattern, a prospective buyer should focus first on the front suspension and steering geometry, as edge wear on both front tyres in unison strongly suggests misalignment of camber or toe settings. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven road surfaces, particularly from the anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, and wishbone bushes, all known wear points on the Transit Custom platform. Pay close attention to steering behaviour: any pulling to one side under acceleration or braking, vibration through the steering wheel at speed, or uneven self-centring could indicate that the geometry has drifted further since the advisory was raised or that a worn component is now actively contributing to the problem. A four-wheel alignment check should be considered essential before any new tyres are fitted, otherwise the replacement rubber will simply replicate the same wear pattern within a relatively short distance. The braking system also merits close physical inspection despite no advisories being raised, as the low mileage and likely short journeys typical of low-use commercial vehicles can lead to brake disc corrosion on the rear axle in particular. On the test drive, apply the brakes firmly from speed and listen for any grinding, pulsing through the brake pedal, or uneven pulling, as corroded rear discs can cause the handbrake to bind or the rear calipers to seize. Inspect the discs visually for a pronounced lip at the outer edge, which would indicate the pads have not been returning fully into the caliper bores. Finally, examine the underside for any oil misting from the engine or transmission, as diesels that spend extended periods unused can develop seal seepage, and check the exhaust system for the blue smoke on startup that might suggest turbocharger bearing wear from insufficient regular load-bearing use. A thorough pre-delivery check and ideally an independent commercial vehicle inspection would be prudent given the sparse MOT record and the edge-wear pattern flagged on the most recent test.