2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · CV18 KAU

The 2018 Ford Transit Custom presents a currently roadworthy status following a pass at 167,361 miles on 9 December 2025, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, though a failure occurred on 28 November 2025 at 167,350 miles with no defects formally recorded, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue at that test rather than a mechanical fault. Prior to this, the van passed cleanly in November 2024 and March 2023, indicating no recurring advisories or worsening condition across the visible record. The mileage stands at 167,361 against an eight-year lifespan, equating to roughly 20,920 miles per year and placing this van firmly in high-use territory for its age. The record shows 127,045 miles in March 2022, rising to 149,305 by March 2023, then 165,217 in November 2024 and 167,361 by December 2025. The early period reflects near-average annual use, but the gap between the March 2023 and November 2024 tests covers only 15,912 miles, while the final year added just 2,144 miles, implying the vehicle entered lighter service or stood idle more often in its later life. The sparse MOT data gives no flagged suspension bushes, brake disc wear, corrosion, or exhaust emission concerns across any entry. A buyer should still inspect the structural integrity of chassis and sills in person, given Transit Customs of this era suffer from underbody rust where operators skip washing. Check the front suspension arms and rear leaf springs for fatigue from the high early mileage, and verify the brake calipers are not binding after the long low-use final year. Given the clean advisories and the late-life mileage drop, previous ownership likely shifted from commercial daily use to occasional running. The unexplained fail with no defects recorded warrants confirmation the V5C and DVSA portal show the same status before purchase.