2020 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · WR70 AOO

The vehicle presents a stable but reactive maintenance profile. The most recent MOT test on 30 July 2025 at 57,905 miles resulted in a pass, yet the tester flagged a severely deteriorated nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover. This specific fault represents a recurring issue, as the same component was noted as severely deteriorated during the failed test on 25 October 2023 at 34,413 miles. The repetition of this advisory suggests that while repairs are being carried out to secure a pass, the underlying wear in the suspension components is not being comprehensively addressed or replaced with high-quality parts. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. The vehicle covered 10,350 miles between October 2023 and August 2024, and a further 13,142 miles between August 2024 and July 2025. This averages roughly 11,000 miles per year, which aligns closely with the estimated annual usage of 9,651 miles. This steady usage pattern indicates the van has likely been in regular service rather than sitting idle, which generally prevents issues related to seized components or perished seals from long-term inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain assembly. The history shows a pattern of deteriorating rubber components, specifically the anti-roll bar dust covers and the offside front outer drive shaft CV boot noted in August 2024. These faults often indicate that rubber boots are splitting or perishing, which can lead to grease loss and premature joint failure. I recommend checking all CV boots and ball joint covers for cracks or leaks to prevent more expensive mechanical repairs. The braking system also requires close scrutiny. The records show a trend of thinning brake pads across both front and rear axles in the 2023 and 2024 tests. While these were passed as advisories, the frequency of these warnings suggests the vehicle is being driven hard or that service intervals for consumables are being pushed to their limits. Verifying the remaining thickness of the pads and the condition of the brake discs is essential to ensure the braking system is not nearing a required replacement.