Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A
From 235 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 6 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 6 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 4 |
| 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 | 3 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure | 1 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.6% of Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu 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 £46.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu As tested had between 24,795 and 41,233 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,567 median miles, the Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A has 0.037 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 Custom 300Actve Eblu A MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 235 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A is 33,567 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 24,795 and 41,233 miles.
Buying a used Transit Custom 300Actve Eblu A?
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.
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