Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue
VanFrom 3,538 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Transit Custom 340Leader Eblues fare better: 2021 models pass at 81.7% vs 75.4% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 123 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 | 123 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 121 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 110 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 48 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 37 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 37 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 33 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 32 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 31 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 27 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.1% of Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 11.7% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £77.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 79.3% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 75.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit Custom 340Leader Eblues tested had between 41,892 and 81,371 miles on the clock.
At 62,433 median miles, the Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue has 0.034 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 340Leader Eblue MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue has a 78.9% MOT pass rate based on 3,538 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 123 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue is 62,433 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 41,892 and 81,371 miles.
Buying a used Transit Custom 340Leader Eblue?
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 78.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £77 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.