FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM2018 · 2.0L DIESEL

The most recent MOT on 4 September 2025 was a clean pass at 95,240 mi, showing that the vehicle met the legal standards after the work carried out the previous month. However, the 15 August 2025 failure reveals a recurring front‑end problem set: a deep cut on the off‑side front tyre, excessive fluctuation on both front service brakes and early wear on the front lower‑suspension arm pins/bushes. A year earlier, the 18 September 2024 failure also highlighted front‑end wear – thin front brake pads, split CV boot on the near‑side front drive‑shaft, and two front headlamps out of dip. The pattern points to the front suspension and braking system being the most vulnerable areas. The trend is mixed. The vehicle has shown a clear ability to be repaired – the 2025‑09‑04 pass follows the August failures – but the repeat of front‑suspension arm wear and brake fluctuation within a short period suggests the underlying wear may be progressing rather than stabilising. It is not a steady improvement, but also not a continuous decline; the key risk is whether the previous repairs were thorough and if the worn components have been replaced or merely patched. At 95,240 mi for an eight‑year‑old Transit, the mileage works out to roughly 12 k mi per year, which is typical for a light‑commercial vehicle. It does not point to heavy abuse, but it also does not rule out periods of hard use that could accelerate wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension bushings. What to check in person - Inspect the front tyres for cuts, bulges or uneven wear; confirm the repaired tyre is sound.