Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 503 vehicles, the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A (2019)

503 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.5% first-time pass rate

2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A

CarHunch analysed 503 real MOT records for the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This Transit Custom is a solid performer, with a first-time pass rate of 85.1% that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, though the 21.1% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect is worth noting—make sure any used example gets a thorough pre-purchase inspection. At around 54,000 miles for a five-year-old van, the median mileage is reasonable for a commercial vehicle, and the 0.71 average failures per test suggests these are generally well-maintained workhorses. The 2.9 advisories per vehicle indicate minor wear is creeping in, which is typical for a van doing actual work rather than sitting idle. If you're buying one, budget for typical wear items like brakes and suspension, but the overall reliability picture is reassuring.

The 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (86.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

86.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.71

Over 4.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

54k

Middle half: 39k–79k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 503 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 503 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,589 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 33.2%

3,849

White 18.2%

2,107

Silver 17.1%

1,978

Black 14.4%

1,668

Blue 12.1%

1,404

Orange 3.3%

386

Red 1.7%

197

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

53,895

typical

38,845

low mileage

79,394

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A vehicles fall between 38,845 and 79,394 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 38,845 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 38,845–79,394 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue As sit.

⚠ Over 107,181 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue A — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300lmtd Eblue As are still on the road.

Strong survival — 453 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.71

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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