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Ford Transit 300 SWB Td Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Transit 300 SWB Td reliable? We analysed 142 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 142 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
58.5%
Typical Mileage
136,084mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Transit 300 SWB Td is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Transit 300 SWB Td.

Ford Transit 300 SWB Td Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Transit 300 SWB Td. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Transit 300 SWB Td Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Transit 300 SWB Td MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
136,084 mi
75th Percentile
169,933 mi
95th Percentile
258,417 mi
Max Recorded
306,090 mi

How Does the Ford Transit 300 SWB Td Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Transit 300 SWB Td THIS CAR 58.5% 142 136,084 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Lexmoto Tekken 125 Mh 125 GY-15 70.7% 382 5,288 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Transit 300 SWB Td trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Transit 300 SWB Td?

The Ford Transit 300 SWB Td has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.5% across 142 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Transit 300 SWB Td — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Transit 300 SWB Td reliable?
Based on 142 MOT tests, the Ford Transit 300 SWB Td has a 58.5% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Ford Transit 300 SWB Td?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Transit 300 SWB Td do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Ford Transit 300 SWB Td last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Transit 300 SWB Td?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.