2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · CE68 NFM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 16 May 2025 at 125,473 miles which returned no defects. This clean result suggests that the vehicle is currently meeting all legal standards despite high usage. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a single failure in early 2024, as the two most recent tests passed without any recorded advisories or faults. The mileage profile indicates a significant increase in usage from mid-2023. Between June 2022 and June 2023, the vehicle covered approximately 28,000 miles in a single year. This rate accelerated further between June 2023 and May 2025, where the vehicle added nearly 49,000 miles in eighteen months. An average of over 15,000 miles per year is high for a commercial vehicle of this age, suggesting heavy long-distance use that accelerates the wear on the drivetrain and chassis components. A buyer should focus physical inspection on the suspension and braking system due to the high-mileage accumulation. Specific attention is required for suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or tearing, as these often fail prematurely under heavy loads. The failure recorded in May 2024 at 102,167 miles indicates a mechanical issue was rectified, so the buyer should verify the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding. Checking the structural integrity of the chassis and exhaust system for corrosion is essential, as high-mileage vans are frequently exposed to harsh road conditions and environmental stress.