2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · CV18 OED

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 27 March 2026 at 234,735 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This result continues a consistent streak of clean test reports over the last five years, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to meet minimum regulatory standards. The absence of advisories or failures across multiple inspections indicates a proactive approach to repairs. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 29,300 miles per year. A significant acceleration in usage occurred between March 2022 at 69,791 miles and March 2024 at 148,487 miles, where the vehicle covered nearly 79,000 miles in just two years. This high intensity continued into the following year, with another 50,000 miles recorded by 2025. This pattern suggests consistent motorway use or heavy commercial application, which typically places specific types of stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. Given the high-mileage history, physical inspection must focus on components prone to accelerated wear under heavy-duty cycles. While the MOT record is clean, a buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of premature fatigue or tearing. The braking system should be checked for thin discs or seized calipers, as the high mileage often exhausts consumable components rapidly. Structural integrity around the chassis and mounting points is also vital to inspect to ensure the heavy use has not led to hidden corrosion or stress fractures.