2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · WN20 EYX

This 2020 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue is currently unroadworthy, having failed its MOT on 11 June 2026 at 155,035 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly worsening. A vehicle that passed cleanly in April 2023 and with only minor advisories in 2024 and 2025 has now developed two significant suspension defects in quick succession. The nearside front anti-roll bar link is damaged and seriously weakened, and the offside front suspension arm ball joint is excessively worn. These are not consumable items that degrade gradually between services; a seriously weakened anti-roll bar link suggests impact damage or prolonged neglect, and an excessively worn ball joint at this mileage points to either a lack of lubrication or aggressive use over rough surfaces. The tester also flagged a non-working nearside front position lamp, a minor electrical fault that nonetheless contributed to the failure. The mileage profile tells its own story. At roughly 25,839 miles per year, this Transit has been driven hard and consistently. The jumps between tests are stark: 28,362 miles were covered between April 2023 and April 2024, and a further 27,067 miles between April 2024 and May 2025. That is well above the UK average for a commercial van of this age and indicates sustained heavy use, likely with regular load carrying or long-distance work. High annual mileage accelerates wear on suspension bushes, ball joints, brake discs, and drivetrain components. The record shows no evidence of a period standing idle or underuse; this van has been worked hard throughout its life. Buyers should approach with caution. The failed suspension components need immediate replacement, and a thorough inspection of the entire front end is essential. Check the remaining anti-roll bar links, drop links, track rod ends, and both lower and upper suspension arms for play or deterioration. The high-mileage pattern means subframe mounting points and suspension bushes deserve close scrutiny for cracking or perishing. Inspect the front brake discs and pads carefully; the 2024 advisory noted inner pads wearing thin on both sides, and at 155,035 miles a full brake refresh is likely overdue. Examine the nearside front wiring loom and bulb holder for corrosion or damage causing the position lamp fault. Given the structural nature of the anti-roll bar defect, a full four-wheel alignment check is advisable after any repairs to confirm the front geometry has not been compromised.