Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A
VanFrom 2,425 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 a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 50 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 | 50 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 42 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 32 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 30 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 21 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 14 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 14 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 14 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 13 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 11 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 52.3% of failures are serious: 46.5% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 5.8% 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 £79.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 87.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 80.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue As tested had between 27,766 and 64,787 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 39,251 median miles, the Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A has 0.032 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 320Sprt Eblue A MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 2,425 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 50 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue A is 39,251 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 27,766 and 64,787 miles.
Buying a used Transit Custom 320Sprt Eblue 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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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.