Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd
VanFrom 395 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, caused 8 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.
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a tyre load capacity load capacity insufficient for the presented axle weight | 4 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17% of Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 10.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £68.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82.5% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure |
| 2020 | 80.8% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awds tested had between 32,366 and 64,564 miles on the clock.
At 46,833 median miles, the Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd has 0.036 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 Awd MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd has a 83.3% MOT pass rate based on 395 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd is engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd is 46,833 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,366 and 64,564 miles.
Buying a used Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue Awd?
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 83.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £68 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.