2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · EJ68 HFC

The 2018 Ford Transit Custom presents a stable and unblemished maintenance profile across its recorded MOT history. The most recent test on 14 November 2025 at 146,227 miles passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures, confirming the vehicle met all DVSA roadworthiness standards at that time. Every preceding examination from October 2021 onward shows the same clean outcome, indicating a consistent pattern of compliance rather than any emerging or resolving fault trend. The vehicle has accumulated 146,227 miles over roughly eight years, averaging approximately 18,278 miles per year, which sits above the typical UK annual average for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression tells a clear story: 105,258 miles in October 2021, 116,166 in October 2022, 129,192 in November 2023, 140,477 in November 2024, and 146,227 in November 2025. The final recorded year shows a notable slowdown, with only 5,750 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, suggesting a shift toward lighter use or reduced commercial duty. No gaps appear in the testing schedule, and each certificate was obtained within a reasonable window of expiry. With no defects flagged across five consecutive MOTs, there are no recurring mechanical faults to flag. The clean record implies the previous keeper maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoided even minor advisories. However, the high cumulative mileage demands a thorough physical inspection before purchase. A buyer should examine the front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for wear consistent with sustained commercial loading. Brake disc thickness and pad condition should be measured, and the exhaust system inspected for corrosion or deterioration. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners warrant close scrutiny, as does the structural integrity of the load floor, sills, and underbody for rust or impact damage. The steering rack and track rod ends should be checked for excessive play. While the paper record is exemplary, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains the most reliable way to verify that the vehicle's current condition matches its faultless MOT history.