2018 FORD TRANSIT2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently technically roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 64,251 miles, this followed a significant failure one day prior due to multiple lighting faults and mechanical defects. The persistence of corroded brake pipes across the front and rear axles from 2024 through 2025 indicates that previous owners have only addressed issues upon testing failure rather than performing comprehensive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old van, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 47,185 miles and the September 2024 test at 59,334 miles, the vehicle covered 12,149 miles, representing a period of higher usage compared to the annual average. The subsequent 4,917 miles recorded by the September 2025 test suggests the vehicle has remained in regular use over the year leading up to the current date. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the brake hydraulic system. The tester repeatedly flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside front brake pipes, as well as the rear axle pipes, which suggests significant degradation that could eventually lead to a sudden pressure failure. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in both 2024 and 2025, indicating they are nearing the end of their effective life and likely require replacement. The recurring presence of an oil leak noted in 2023 and 2024 requires a physical check to determine if the source is a simple valve cover gasket or a more serious engine seal. Given the previous failure for bumper damage in 2023, the structural integrity of the front mounting points should also be verified to ensure the repairs were secure and have not hidden underlying stress to the chassis.