Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A
VanFrom 434 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, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 8 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 | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6 |
| wiper blade defective | 4 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 4 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 4 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 3 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 3 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 46.7% of failures are serious: 40% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 6.7% 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 £76.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89% | a tyre seriously damaged, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2020 | 77% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue As tested had between 24,593 and 69,474 miles on the clock.
At 41,325 median miles, the Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A has 0.041 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 340Trnd Eblue A MOT pass rate?
The Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A has a 82.9% MOT pass rate based on 434 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Transit Custom 340Trnd Eblue A is 41,325 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 24,593 and 69,474 miles.
Buying a used Transit Custom 340Trnd 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.
With a 82.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £76 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.