Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue MOT Failures
An analysis of 87,138 real DVSA MOT tests on the Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue is brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator — this model is 25 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 87,138 MOT tests, 0.88% of all Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue tests recorded this as a failure.
Brake failures on the MOT range from worn pads and discs (routine maintenance) to corroded brake lines and seized calipers (more serious). Check for any pulling under braking and listen for grinding.
Other notable weak points include obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage... (38x the fleet average), headlight fault (7.4x the fleet average), transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot... (9.2x the fleet average), and transmission joint, belt or chain worn (18x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Ford Transit Custom 300leader 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 5 categories: Brakes, Wipers & Windscreen, Lights & Electrics, Bodywork, Exhaust & Emissions. If you're inspecting a Ford Transit Custom 300leader 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 Transit Custom 300leader 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 Transit Custom 300leader Eblue specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage... (38x the average) and brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator (25x). emissions failure (11x) and obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... (8.0x) 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.
For the Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are transmission joint, belt or chain worn (18x the average) and brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator (6.9x). windscreen or window damaged or seriously disco... (6.0x) and obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage... (5.9x) also appear frequently.
The shift from obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage... at lower mileages to transmission joint, belt or chain worn at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
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What to check before buying a Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue:
Brakes — check for brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator. Wipers & Windscreen — check for obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage..., obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or.... Lights & Electrics — check for headlight fault, light unit fault. Bodywork — check for transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot..., transmission joint, belt or chain worn.
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Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue?
Based on 87,138 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator — at 25x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage... and headlight fault.
Is the Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue reliable based on MOT data?
The Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue has 9 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator. 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 brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator, obligatory mirror or device inoperative, damage..., headlight fault.
How do I check a Ford Transit Custom 300leader 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.