How reliable is the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 1,339 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 88%.
Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue reliability by year
How the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 89.7% | 40,953 km |
| 2019 | 88.3% | 94,674 km |
| 2020 | 88% | 99,724 km |
| 2021 | 88.9% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue as a model. The reliability of any individual Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 88%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue?
The most common owner-reported issues are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.8% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.4% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (0.8% of inspections); A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.8% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (0.8% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue?
For a typical Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 60,091 km at 3 years, 99,724 km at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.