2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · CX68 XMS

The 2018 Ford Transit presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent DVSA test on 15 October 2025 at 59,685 miles which recorded no defects. Across five consecutive annual examinations from 2021 to 2025 the vehicle passed every time with zero advisories, indicating the previous keeper maintained it to a standard that avoided even minor consumable wear flags such as tyre tread or wiper blade replacements. Mileage accumulation sits at a typical level for an eight-year-old van, averaging roughly 7,461 miles per year. The record shows steady annual use: 22,721 miles on 29 September 2021, rising to 32,040 by 28 September 2022, 42,214 on 9 October 2023, 51,280 on 16 October 2024, and 59,685 on 15 October 2025. No dormant periods or sudden high-mileage jumps appear; the clean test history with no corrosion, suspension bush, or brake disc concerns suggests a low-stress operational life. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the unbroken pass record. The absence of advisories means latent issues like early structural rust, degraded coil springs, or binding calipers were not flagged, but MOT testing captures only test-day condition. Given the Transit's age, examine chassis rails, sills, and suspension mounting points for corrosion, and verify brake disc thickness and handbrake operation under load. The sparse but clean history implies conscientious upkeep rather than deferred maintenance. Treat the van as mechanically sound on paper, yet confirm real-world condition through a pre-purchase check of drivetrain leaks and tyre sidewall ageing before completion.