2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · BK18 FOM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The MOT conducted on 23 June 2025 at 55,227 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted on 1 July 2024, the immediate pass on the same day suggests that the identified issues were minor or rectified quickly rather than indicative of chronic mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per annum. There is a notable discrepancy in the records between the June 2023 test at 59,112 miles and the July 2024 test at 53,199 miles, which shows a recorded decrease in mileage. This suggests a clerical error during the previous entry rather than a dropped odometer. However, the overall usage of 55,227 miles is relatively low for a Ford Transit of this age, implying the van avoided heavy-duty cycles that typically stresses the drivetrain and suspension components. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as these are the primary points of failure on low-mileage vans. Despite the clean recent history, the buyer must check for corrosion on the sills and subframe, where moisture often accumulates during stationary periods. Given the low annual mileage, inspect the rubber bushes for cracking and the brakes for perished boots, as these components can degrade through age even if the vehicle is not driven frequently.