Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt
VanFrom 358 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a headlamp or light source missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 7 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 tyre seriously damaged | 7 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 3 |
| front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42.9% of failures are serious: 35.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.1% 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 £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvts tested had between 19,835 and 36,433 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,941 median miles, the Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt has 0.056 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 Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt has a 85.5% MOT pass rate based on 358 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt is 25,941 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,835 and 36,433 miles.
Buying a used Transit Cust 340Trend Phev Cvt?
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.
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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.