2019 Ford Transit Custom 300LIMITD Eblue 2.0L Diesel · YP69 NYY

This 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300 Limited EcoBlue presents a largely unremarkable DVSA roadworthiness record, with five straight passes recorded between 2022 and 2026 and only a single isolated failure to disrupt the sequence. That sole failure occurred on 25 August 2023, when the offside windscreen wiper was judged to be clearing the screen ineffectively, classed as a Major defect under section 3.4 (b) (ii) of the inspection manual. The very same date also shows a PASSED entry, indicating the vehicle was re-presented after the wiper was rectified and cleared with no further defects. The four subsequent tests, the most recent being 13 August 2026, returned clean passes with no advisories whatsoever, which means the wiper issue has not recurred and no other component has been flagged as requiring attention in the intervening period. Recorded mileage of 44,745 miles across seven years equates to roughly 6,390 miles annually, a rate that sits comfortably within the typical range for a working van of this age and type. There are no conspicuous gaps in the testing history, with annual tests consistently recorded from 2022 through 2026, suggesting continuous road use rather than extended periods off the road. Equally, there is no evidence of a sudden acceleration in mileage between tests, with year-on-year increments appearing measured and steady. From a mechanical standpoint, this level of usage implies a predictable wear profile, sufficient to keep consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres and clutch components functioning as intended, without the elevated wear typically associated with high-mileage commercial operation. For a prospective buyer, the absence of advisory entries across four consecutive MOT tests is a useful baseline, but it should not be taken as confirmation of component condition beyond what was observable on those dates. Given that this is a diesel-powered commercial vehicle, particular attention should be paid during a test drive to the clutch take-up point, hunting for judder or excessive slip under load, and to the behaviour of the six-speed manual or automatic gearbox, listening for any whining, clonking or reluctance to engage. The braking system should be assessed for pulling to one side under moderate pedal pressure, which can indicate binding calipers or uneven pad wear, while a firm press of the brake pedal from speed will reveal any vibration through the steering suggesting warped front discs. Steering play and any knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces are worth monitoring, as the Transit Custom is known for wear in front wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, even where MOT records do not flag these specifically. On the bodywork and underside, while the MOT record contains no corrosion advisories, it is prudent to inspect the load floor, rear cross members and wheel arches for surface rust, particularly around the rear loading area where Transit Customs commonly see abrasion damage. Check the condition of the offside wiper blade and linkage operation directly, as the 2023 failure centred on the wiper's effectiveness rather than its mechanism, and ensure both blades sweep cleanly without smearing. Listen for any diesel-specific rattles from the engine on cold start, watch for excessive smoke from the exhaust, and verify that the EcoBlue stop-start system functions correctly, as these are common service items on later-model Transit Customs. Finally, confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition and that the infotainment and electrical ancillaries operate without intermittent faults, as modern commercial vehicles rely heavily on their electronic systems.