2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · 100 T
2018 Ford Transit (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19 Jan 2018. Recorded mileage 27,222 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 27,222 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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100 T Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2026
- 27,222 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
100 T MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Transit (100 T) between November 2021 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
100 T Mileage History
- 15/11/202121,645 mi
- 23/11/202121,645 mi
- 13/07/202326,172 mi+4,527 mi
- 17/07/202326,172 mi
- 17/04/202526,248 mi+76 mi
- 26/06/202627,222 mi+974 mi
Average of roughly 1,210 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2018 Ford Transit 2.0 TDCi presents
Given this Transit's commercial origins, a full service history is arguably more important than for a passenger car. Request any invoices for the headlamp repair carried out after the July 2023 failure — this could be anything from a simple bulb replacement to a wiring loom or switch fault, and the latter would be a concern on a 2018 van. The unusually low mileage (averaging around 3,000 miles per year against a model average of nearly 9,000) demands extra scrutiny for clocking evidence; check for wear on the driver's seat bolster, steering wheel, and clutch pedal, and cross-reference any service invoices against the recorded mileages.
There is also a notable 19-month gap between the November 2021 test and the July 2023 test, and a near-two-year gap between July 2023 and April 2025. This pattern is not uncommon for commercial vehicles that are SORN'd during quiet trading periods, but you should ask the seller directly about why the van was off the road during these intervals. A pre-purchase inspection by a commercial vehicle specialist is strongly recommended, particularly checking the 2.0 TDCi engine for EGR and DPF issues that are common across the Ford Transit range.
The 2.0 TDCi diesel engine in this Transit typically returns around 35-40 mpg under load, though this can drop significantly when fully laden. As a 2018 commercial vehicle registered before April 2017 pricing changes, road tax sits in the higher pre-2017 bracket — expect roughly £265 per year for a van of this specification. Insurance for a 2.0 diesel Transit typically falls into group 7-9 depending on usage class, so commercial premiums of £600-£900 annually are realistic. Routine maintenance including oil services, brake wear items, and tyre replacement should be budgeted at £400-£700 per year depending on usage intensity.
The MOT failure in July 2023 involved both headlamps — nearside dipped beam and offside main beam — failing simultaneously, which is unusual and could indicate an electrical fault rather than two coincidental bulb failures. Inspect both headlamps in operation, check for condensation inside the lamp units, and test the main/dipped beam switch and wiring loom. Beyond the recorded MOT defects, the 2.0 TDCi engine is known for DPF clogging on short urban journeys, so check for warning lights and inspect the EGR valve for soot build-up.
Inspect the load area floor and side panels for dents and damage commensurate with commercial use, and check the rear suspension leaf springs for cracks or sagging. The sliding side door mechanism is a common wear item on Transits of this age — test it repeatedly for smooth operation. Finally, examine the underside for corrosion, as Ford Transits of this generation can show rust on the rear axle, cross members, and jacking points, particularly if the van has seen coastal or winter gritting use.
This white 2018 Ford Transit, powered by the 2.0-litre TDCi diesel engine, has covered just 27,222 miles over nearly nine years — substantially below the model's average annual mileage of 8,962 miles, which equates to roughly 70,000 miles expected. Five MOT tests are recorded, with four passes and a single failure in July 2023 for defective headlamps on both dipped and main beam. The two most recent tests in 2025 and 2026 recorded no advisories or defects, suggesting the headlamp issue was rectified.
The Ford Transit achieves a 74.4% MOT pass rate across 733,837 analysed vehicles, placing it in the middle of the pack for commercial vehicles. Headlamp failures, corrosion, and tyre condition are the three most common failure reasons recorded for this model.
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