2018 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · 770 CER

The 2018 Ford Transit Connect currently presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 8 January 2026 at 105,228 miles with zero defects recorded. A preceding test on 10 January 2025 at 97,931 miles also passed without advisories or failures. Although the record shows two failures in 2024—on 27 March and 31 December—both list no specific defects, suggesting administrative oversights or minor rectification issues rather than recurring mechanical faults. The recent consecutive clean passes indicate the vehicle currently meets all structural and mechanical roadworthiness standards. The vehicle's overall mileage accumulation averages roughly 13,154 miles per year, a high figure for an eight-year-old commercial vehicle that implies sustained heavy use. However, the recent trajectory shows a slower pace of wear. Between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests, the odometer advanced by just 7,297 miles, indicating lighter recent utilization compared to the vehicle's earlier life. The 2024 tests reveal a minor anomaly; the mileage moved only one mile between 31 December 2024 and 10 January 2025, pointing to a same-day retest or a very brief re-inspection following the late-2024 failure. Despite the clean recent record, the high cumulative mileage demands a thorough physical inspection of wear components. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as high-mileage commercial vehicles frequently suffer from premature deterioration in these areas. Brake discs and pads require scrutiny for uneven wear or scoring, while the exhaust system should be checked for corrosion or emissions irregularities. The 2024 failures, though lacking recorded defects, warrant verifying the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody for rust, alongside ensuring all lighting and VIN plates are secure and legible to prevent administrative test failures.