Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOT pass rate and common problems
86.4% of 1,215 Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOT tests pass.
The Transit Custom 300 Trail passes its MOT 86.4% of the time — well above the average across all Ford models, which sits at 76.4%.
The Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail passes its MOT 86.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 86.4% at 0–3 years versus 86.5% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 86.4% | 742 | 39,231 miles |
| 3–6 years | 86.5% | 473 | 42,636 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail
The most common reason the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail fails its MOT is visibility — present in 40.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Does not clear the windscreen effectively".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 40.0% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 39.1% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 28.8% | Too high |
| Brakes | 27.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 6.5% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.3% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.9% | Buckle damaged |
| Suspension | 1.9% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.4% | Fixing missing |
| Steering | 0.5% | Warning lamp indicates a system malfunction |
Buying a used Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail: what to check
These checks follow the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 92.3% down to 80.3%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 40.0% of failed Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
2. Tyres
Recorded in 39.1% of failed Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 28.8% of failed Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Brakes
Recorded in 27.9% of failed Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
5. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 6.5% of failed Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOTs. 1.7% of tests at 3–6 years failed on bodywork and corrosion, against 0.8% at 0–3 years.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Ford service history and what a service history check can tell you.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail?
- 86.4% of Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail MOT tests pass, based on 1,215 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail?
- The most common reason the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail fails its MOT is visibility — present in 40.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Does not clear the windscreen effectively".
- What are the common problems with the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail are windscreen and wipers; tyres; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: windscreen and wipers; tyres; lights and electrics; brakes; bodywork and corrosion. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Ford Transit Custom 300 Trail's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Ford service history guide for how to check and keep one.