Ford Transit 350 (2001)
2001 Ford Transit 350
CarHunch analysed 144 real MOT records for the 2001 Ford Transit 350. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Ford Transit 350 is a highly unreliable proposition: only 10.6% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and at 23 years old these vans are essentially lottery tickets for buyers. No dangerous defects were recorded across the 144 vehicles analysed, which is the only saving grace, but the median CarHunch score of 40 reflects their poor overall condition.
With a median mileage of 159,423 miles, these are well-used work vehicles that have genuinely earnt their rest—most should be retired rather than bought. The fact that failures average 0.31 per vehicle suggests problems are widespread but often fixable rather than catastrophic, yet the combination of age, usage, and abysmal first-time pass rate means you should only consider one if you have mechanical skills and realistic expectations about spending money on repairs.
What to check before buying a 2001 Ford Transit 350
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Ford Transit 350 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Ford Transit 350 vehicles fall between 108,204 and 193,060 miles.
MOT History Averages
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