2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · CX68 BFV

The Ford Transit Custom presents as roadworthy on the most recent test, passing cleanly on 11 October 2023 at 115,955 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend across the available history is stable, showing no recurring advisories or escalating mechanical faults. Two earlier failures in October 2021 and October 2022 were logged with no defects recorded, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than outstanding wear or damage on the vehicle itself. Annual mileage averages around 14,494 miles, which is high for an eight-year-old van and points to steady commercial use. The records show 75,221 miles on the failed 2021-10-13 test, 94,002 miles on the failed 2022-10-13 test, and 115,955 miles at the last pass in October 2023. That is roughly 20,000 miles added in each intervening year, a consistent accumulation with no standing gaps. The DVSA data is sparse on faults, with every pass and fail carrying a nil defect list, so no wear items or structural concerns were formally captured for inspection. A buyer should still commission an in-person check of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the mileage and light commercial duty cycle. The clean MOT sheet does not exempt the van from consumable fatigue such as tyre tread depth or worn wiper blades at this distance. Given the two failed tests with no defects noted, verify the V5C and test certificates to confirm those entries were clerical rather than concealed mechanical rejects. The absence of corrosion or exhaust advisories in the record is favourable, but a ramp inspection of chassis and sills remains sensible before purchase.