2022 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · WDZ 995

The most recent MOT test conducted on 3 August 2026 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a clean pass from the previous year on 4 August 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable and consistent, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets the minimum legal safety standards without immediate structural or mechanical failures being flagged by the tester. Given that the most recent test was completed only a month prior to today's date, the vehicle is currently up to date with its statutory inspections. The recorded mileage of 94,541 miles indicates a high level of annual usage, averaging approximately 23,635 miles per year. For a four-year-old commercial vehicle, this is significantly higher than the typical average and suggests heavy-duty application, likely involving intensive commercial operations or long-distance transit. While high mileage does not inherently mean a vehicle is poorly maintained, it does imply accelerated wear on consumable components such as the clutch, brake pads, suspension bushes, and various drivetrain elements. The engine and turbocharger will have undergone significant thermal cycles and mechanical stress, making a thorough service history review essential to ensure oil change intervals have been strictly adhered to. Since the MOT history is currently clean of advisories, the inspection must focus on the mechanical realities of high-mileage commercial use. During your test drive, listen closely for any dull thuds or clunks from the front or rear suspension, which could indicate worn shock absorbers or perished rubber bushes. Check for any brake shudder under heavy deceleration, which may signal warped brake discs, or any pulling to one side that could suggest binding calipers. Given the high mileage, examine the tyre tread depth and look for uneven wear patterns, which often point to alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Furthermore, because the vehicle has been driven extensively, you should inspect the engine bay for any signs of fluid weeping from the turbocharger, intercooler hoses, or the EGR valve area, as these are common wear points on EcoBlue engines. Check the condition of the battery, as high-use vehicles can experience significant electrical load, and verify that the service book contains consistent stamps to validate that the high mileage has been supported by regular maintenance. Finally, inspect the underside for signs of excessive corrosion or impact damage to the chassis, which can occur in commercial vehicles used on construction sites or salted winter roads, to ensure the structural integrity remains sound despite the heavy usage profile.