2019 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · WP69 AXB

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a pass on January 15, 2026, at 125,880 miles. However, the immediate history reveals a significant period of instability toward the end of 2025. The van failed two consecutive tests within a two-week window in December 2025 at high mileages before finally passing in early January. While the recent pass indicates the recorded faults were rectified, the rapid cluster of failures suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive preventative care during that final period of operation. The mileage pattern indicates heavy commercial usage for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 18,000 miles per annum. Between December 2023 at 71,784 miles and December 2024 at 94,075 miles, the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in a single year. This accelerated workload continued into 2025, with another 31,000 miles added in twelve months. Such high-frequency use puts immense strain on the drivetrain, turbocharger components, and suspension assembly, necessitating a rigorous inspection of mechanical wear-tear items. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on the components that likely caused the two December 2025 failures. Given the high mileage and the nature of the Transit platform, check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for significant play or fatigue. Inspect the braking system for binding calipers or thin discs, as the heavy-duty cycle often accelerates component degradation. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the chassis and members is vital to ensure that the heavy loading has not led to hidden corrosion or stress fractures.