2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue models manufactured in 2021, based on 1,170 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue vintage page → (78.3% current pass rate)2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue MOT Analysis
The 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,170 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,923 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 2021 Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue is Visibility, responsible for 13.1% of failures. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs range from £10–300. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 12.6%. Brakes follows at 11.6%.
Top failures specific to 2021 models only. The overall Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 13.1% | 153 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 12.6% | 148 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.6% | 136 |
| 4 | Tyres | 8.6% | 101 |
| 5 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 3.2% | 37 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.9% | 22 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 1.7% | 20 |
| 8 | Suspension | 0.7% | 8 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.6% | 7 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.5% | 6 |
| 11 | Steering | 0.2% | 2 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 51,923 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 2.52 | 13.1% | 153 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.44 | 12.6% | 148 |
| Brakes | 2.24 | 11.6% | 136 |
| Tyres | 1.66 | 8.6% | 101 |
| Body & Structure | 0.61 | 3.2% | 37 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.36 | 1.9% | 22 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.33 | 1.7% | 20 |
| Suspension | 0.13 | 0.7% | 8 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.12 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 0.10 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.02 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,170 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,923 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 2021 Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable. At 51,923 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Visibility — 13.1% of failures
Visibility issues account for 13.1% of MOT failures on 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 12.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 12.6% of MOT failures on 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Brakes — 11.6% of failures
Brakes issues account for 11.6% of MOT failures on 2021 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.