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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A. Check any Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A by registration number below.

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87.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.3%

vs Ford Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A has an average MOT pass rate of 87.4%, which is 2.3 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 1,712 vehicles

86.3%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

15.1%

Mileage at 3yr

72k mi

2020

Based on 2,299 vehicles

87.1%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

13.5%

Mileage at 3yr

73k mi

Mileage at 5yr

125k mi

2019

Based on 960 vehicles

88.0%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

12.9%

Mileage at 3yr

68k mi

Mileage at 5yr

104k mi

0

Based on 1,343 vehicles

88.4%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A

The most common reasons a Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.2%
2

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

2.4%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.3%
4

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.0%
5

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.4%
Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

4.7%

Nearside

4.4%

Front Offside

4.4%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

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75.7% pass rate

Ford Puma St-line

95.4% pass rate

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89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A

Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A is 87.4% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A?
The most common MOT failures on the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.2%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (2.4%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.4%, the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A?
Typical mileage for the Ford Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A: 72,303 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Transit Custom 280lmtd Eblue A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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