2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · EO68 PLX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean inspections to developing mechanical wear. The most recent test in October 2025 at 92,253 miles identified multiple defects, including a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and a distorted offside front road wheel. While the vehicle passed, the presence of these faults indicates that the suspension and wheel components are reaching the end of their optimal service life following a period of no recorded defects. The mileage pattern is consistent with a commercial vehicle used regularly, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year over the eight-year tenure. There is a significant jump of nearly 20,000 miles between October 2024 and October 2025, which represents a sharp increase in usage compared to the previous year. This rapid accumulation of mileage correlates with the appearance of the suspension and tyre issues noted in the 2025 record, as components have been subjected to higher stress and tear during high-mileage intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the nearside lower arm bushes. The distorted offside front wheel also suggests a previous impact or severe misalignment that may have caused uneven tyre wear or affected steering geometry. Given the recurring history of inner edge tyre wear seen in 2021 and again in 2025, the wheel alignment should be professionally verified to ensure the vehicle is not prematurely consuming new tyres.