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FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 192 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

192

Avg Mileage

15,359 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 95% of FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 192 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,359 miles.

How does the 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars953th out of 3,373(top 28%)
Rank among all FORD models173th out of 1,167(top 15%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A has 15,359 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A?

The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 95%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1995cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2023100%6910,356 mi
202195%19215,359 mi

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About the 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A

The 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A is a family car with a 1995cc diesel engine. 192 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 15,359 miles at 3 years old, FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A Fuel Costs

The 1995cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A

The FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER ECOBLUE A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: