2018 Ford Tourneo Custom 2.0L Diesel · DG51 MMS

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass certificate dated 23 February 2026, with no defects or advisories recorded at the latest test. It is worth noting that the same date shows both a pass and a failure entry, indicating the front windscreen washer was initially flagged as not working but was subsequently rectified and the vehicle re-presented for test, where it passed cleanly. The recent MOT history overall demonstrates a stable and well-maintained pattern, with two consecutive passes in late 2024 and late 2025, both recorded without defects. The only recurring themes are the front brake disc advisories from September 2024 and a minor wiper blade defect noted on the same occasion. The absence of any structural, corrosion, suspension, exhaust, or lighting advisories across the visible test record suggests that the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order and that there are no immediate DVSA-flagged concerns affecting its roadworthiness. With 77,289 miles recorded over approximately eight years, this Ford Tourneo Custom has covered an average of around 9,661 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and type. There are no significant gaps in the MOT frequency that would suggest extended periods of standing, and no evidence of exceptionally high annual mileage that would indicate rapid wear on drivetrain components. This average usage pattern is consistent with regular mixed driving, whether for private or light commercial purposes, and means that while consumables will have required periodic replacement, no single component group should have been subjected to unusually accelerated deterioration. The mileage progression between tests appears steady, which is reassuring from a maintenance consistency standpoint. The most notable items in the MOT history are the four brake disc advisories recorded in September 2024, all categorised as worn, pitted, or scored but not seriously weakened at that time. Brake disc surface pitting typically develops through normal wear combined with exposure to moisture, road salt, and minor corrosion between infrequent heavy braking episodes. On a test drive, the buyer should pay close attention to any brake shudder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm application, any uneven or grabbing braking feel, and any pulsing that would suggest the discs have now worn beyond their service limit or developed run-out. Given that the advisories are now approaching two years of further use, a thorough physical inspection of disc thickness, lipping at the outer edge, and pad life is strongly advisable, with budget for replacement if the surfaces have deteriorated further. The minor wiper blade defect recorded at the same test is a trivial consumable item, but the buyer should verify the washer system is fully functional, particularly in cold conditions, as the earlier failure was washer-related. Although the recent MOT history is clean and unremarkable, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants several age- and time-related physical inspections that may not be flagged by an MOT test. The tyres should be examined for sidewall cracking or perishing caused by age-related rubber degradation, even where tread depth remains adequate, and the spare or inflation kit should be checked for serviceability. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking performance, particularly if the vehicle has seen any standing time, and the charging system output verified. Brake calipers, slider pins, and handbrake mechanisms can seize from corrosion on a vehicle of this age, so the buyer should ensure the handbrake holds firmly on an incline and that the vehicle rolls freely when released. Time-based servicing items such as engine coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid should be confirmed as being replaced in line with Ford's recommended intervals, as fluid degradation occurs with calendar age regardless of mileage. Finally, the underbody and suspension components, including coil springs, bushes, and anti-roll bar links, should be inspected for corrosion or wear typical of a working multi-purpose vehicle, and the service book or digital history verified for consistent stamp history to confirm the recorded mileage is genuine and the vehicle has been properly maintained throughout its life.