Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A
BusFrom 459 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light and retractable step not operating correctly.. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 9 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.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light | 5 |
| retractable step not operating correctly. | 4 |
| a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure | 4 |
| an emergency exit sign missing | 4 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3 |
| seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended | 2 |
| tyre obviously under inflated | 2 |
| missing break glass hammer (where required) | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.9% of Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £41.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 90.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue As tested had between 2,624 and 5,563 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 460 Leader Ecoblue A MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A has a 89.5% MOT pass rate based on 459 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue A is 3,384 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,624 and 5,563 miles.
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.