Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue MOT Failures
An analysis of 1,614 real DVSA MOT tests on the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 11 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 1,614 MOT tests, 6.24% of all Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include tyre wear or damage (8.1x the fleet average), rear registration plate lamp or light source mi... (6.5x the fleet average), and transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot... (5.5x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 4 categories: Suspension, Tyres, Lights & Electrics, Bodywork. If you're inspecting a Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
Under 60,000 miles
At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.
For the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are anti-roll bar links worn (11x the average) and tyre wear or damage (8.1x). rear registration plate lamp or light source mi... (6.5x) and transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot... (5.5x) also appear frequently.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
The standout failure at this mileage is anti-roll bar links worn at 9.9x the fleet average.
What to check before buying a Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn. Tyres — check for tyre wear or damage. Lights & Electrics — check for rear registration plate lamp or light source mi.... Bodywork — check for transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot....
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Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue?
Based on 1,614 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 11x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include tyre wear or damage and rear registration plate lamp or light source mi....
Is the Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue reliable based on MOT data?
The Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue has 4 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is anti-roll bar links worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include anti-roll bar links worn, tyre wear or damage, rear registration plate lamp or light source mi....
How do I check a Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Zetec Eblue's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.