2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · AJ18 MFV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its 2025-07-25 MOT at 129,338 miles, with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend remains unclear due to conflicting data: the same date appears twice in the record, once as a pass and once as a fail, both with 119,012 miles and no defects listed. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative errors or unrecorded remedial work. The 2023-07-13 pass at 106,622 miles and the prior 2023-07-12 fail at the same mileage further indicate frequent testing, possibly due to unresolved issues, though no specific faults are detailed. The vehicle’s mileage of 129,338 miles over eight years equates to 16,167 miles annually, exceeding typical usage for its age and increasing wear on components like suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain elements. A 10,326-mile jump between the 2023-07-13 test and the 2024-07-22 pass suggests rapid accumulation, which may accelerate wear on consumables such as tyres and wiper blades. The absence of corrosion, structural damage, or emission failures in the record is positive, but the high mileage alone raises concerns about long-term mechanical integrity. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system for worn coil springs or bushings, given the vehicle’s age and mileage, and check for brake disc warping or caliper binding, which could cause uneven wear. The repeated testing in 2023 and 2024, despite no defects being logged, warrants scrutiny of the vehicle’s service history to confirm if underlying issues were addressed. Exhaust system integrity and electrical connections should also be verified, as these components often degrade with high mileage.