2020 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · WP70 LCE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent maintenance history shows a worsening trend in reactive repairs. While it passed its latest MOT on 1 June 2026 at 75,076 miles, it failed the test just eighteen days prior with multiple safety defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a multi-point failure in 2026 suggests the owner is only addressing mechanical issues when forced by testing requirements rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 75,076 miles over six years, this Transit has averaged approximately 12,500 miles per year. This mileage is consistent with a commercial vehicle but indicates significant usage of wear-related components. The gap between the June 2024 test at 51,151 miles and the June 2026 test at 75,076 miles shows over 24,000 miles covered in two years. This rapid accumulation explains the sudden deterioration of the front braking system and drive shaft components noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front drivetrain, as both the nearside and offside front drive shaft constant velocity boots were flagged as severely deteriorated. Failure to replace these boots quickly leads to grease loss and eventual joint failure. Additionally, the nearside lower suspension arm ball joint, which showed play in June 2025 at 61,421 miles, should be re-checked to ensure the wear has not progressed under the high mileage. The braking system also requires attention because the front brake pads were recorded as wearing thin and the nearside tyre was found below the legal tread limit. The uneven wear noted on the offside front tyre suggests a potential alignment issue or a worn suspension component. Given the history of reactive faults, the buyer should verify the condition of the brake discs for scoring and ensure that the repairs made following the June 2026 failure were executed to a professional standard.