Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue
VanFrom 40,603 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Transit 350 Leader Ecoblues fare better: 2023 models pass at 86.5% vs 77.3% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 1,046 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,046 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 911 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 910 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 642 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 638 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 547 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 529 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 517 |
| a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light | 419 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 411 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 36% of failures are serious: 27.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 8.3% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £61.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 86.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2022 | 84.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2021 | 78.9% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 78.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged |
1 earlier years
| 2019 | 77.3% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit 350 Leader Ecoblues tested had between 30,959 and 72,070 miles on the clock.
At 43,786 median miles, the Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue has 0.048 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ford models
| Ford Fiesta | 72.9% |
| Ford Focus | 74.7% |
| Ford Transit | 70.4% |
| Ford Kuga | 82.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 73.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue has a 78.8% MOT pass rate based on 40,603 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 1,046 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue is 43,786 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 30,959 and 72,070 miles.
Buying a used Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 78.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £61 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.