2021 Ford Transit Custom 300LEADER Eblue 2.0L Diesel · YR71 SDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a fluctuating trend regarding the rear braking system. While the most recent test on 28 November 2025 at 66,630 miles passed without defects, it followed a failure just eight days prior at 66,625 miles. The tester had flagged the offside rear service brake as binding excessively. This indicates that the mechanical fault was addressed immediately following the failure, though the underlying issue had already been noted as an advisory in the previous year. The van has covered 66,630 miles over approximately five years, averaging roughly 13,300 miles per annum. This usage profile is consistent with a commercial vehicle and suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing. Between November 2024 at 55,143 miles and November 2025, the vehicle accumulated 11,482 miles. This consistent annual mileage suggests a standard wear interval, though it places predictable stress on suspension bushes, brake components, and drivetrain parts. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear brake assembly to ensure the binding issue was fully rectified. The recurring nature of the offside rear brake fault from the 2024 advisory to the 2025 failure suggests a potential sticking caliper or corroded slider pins rather than a simple pad wear. Check for uneven wear on the brake discs and heat discoloration on the calipers. Given the high mileage, the suspension components should also be inspected for signs of premature play or perished rubber which are common on the Transit models.