2020 Ford Transit Custom 280LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · WG70 CMU

The vehicle presents a mixed picture of mechanical upkeep. The most recent test on 19 November 2025 at 60,897 miles passed, but the record reveals a recurring pattern of deferred maintenance rather than a stable or improving trend. The tester flagged multiple minor advisories at that latest inspection, including deteriorated registration plate, a damaged windscreen, and both front seat belt buckles slightly damaged. A nail was also found in the offside rear tyre. These are not critical failures, but the accumulation of small, unaddressed items suggests the previous owner tolerated cosmetic and secondary system wear. The maintenance trajectory is best described as inconsistent, with some serious mechanical faults resolved after failure while minor safety items linger. The mileage progression tells a clear story. Between the November 2023 pass at 42,482 miles and the November 2024 test at 50,984 miles, the vehicle covered 8,502 miles in twelve months. From November 2024 to November 2025, it added 9,913 miles, indicating sustained commercial or high-frequency use. The recorded 60,897 miles today, 19 June 2026, means the vehicle has effectively stood still for seven months since its last MOT. This extended stationary period is notable. A vehicle sitting unused for that long can develop flat-spotted tyres, brake surface corrosion, moisture ingress in the exhaust, and battery drain, none of which the MOT captures. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the drivetrain and braking system. The November 2024 failure at 50,984 miles exposed significant wear: front and rear brake pads were below 1.5 mm, both sets of brake discs were worn and pitted, and the nearside front outer CV boot was split. These were rectified for the pass a fortnight later, but the severity of the wear at just over 50,000 miles raises questions about driving style and load conditions. Have the discs and pads been replaced with genuine or pattern parts? Is there any uneven wear on the current brake components that would point to a binding caliper or seized slider pin? The CV boot replacement should be inspected for boot integrity and any clicking during full lock, which would indicate joint damage from the period it ran unprotected. The coolant header tank was empty at both the November 2024 fail and pass, a recurring concern that demands attention. A low or empty header tank on a 2020 EcoBlue diesel points to a possible leaking radiator, hose, or thermostat housing, or potentially a head gasket issue if coolant is being consumed. Check the coolant level cold, inspect the engine oil for mayonnaise-like contamination, and look for white exhaust residue on a cold start. The persistent oil leak advisory from November 2023 also warrants under-bonnet scrutiny. On a vehicle that has now sat idle for seven months, rubber hoses, seals, and gaskets may have dried or contracted, potentially turning a minor historical seep into an active leak. The nearside obligatory mirror, flagged as slightly damaged in 2023 and seriously damaged in 2024, should be checked for secure mounting and correct adjustment. Finally, have both front seat belt buckles inspected under load for reliable latching, as intermittent buckle faults can fail unpredictably and are not always visible on a static check.