2018 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · FD18 EOU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent recorded test in June 2022 at 126,938 miles showed a pass despite multiple defects regarding the rear braking system. While the vehicle met minimum standards, the presence of thin inner pads and pitted brake discs on the rear axle suggests that the previous owner allowed components to reach the point of near-failure before addressing them. The mileage profile reveals heavy usage for an eight-year-old van. Between June 2021 and June 2022, the vehicle covered 41,305 miles in a single year, which significantly exceeds the annual average of 15,867 miles calculated. This rapid accumulation is consistent with high-duty commercial application, which typically puts immense strain on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and cooling components. Given that the last recorded MOT was performed in June 2022, the vehicle is now four years overdue for its annual inspection, representing a significant risk of undetected mechanical wear or emerging safety defects relative to the current date. An in-person inspection must focus on the rear braking assembly to ensure the pitting and scoring noted in 2022 have been properly rectified rather than merely ignored. The buyer should also check for signs of excessive play in the suspension geometry, as high-mileage transit accelerates the degradation of rubber components. Because the records are now so dated, a thorough visual check of the chassis for corrosion and fluid leaks is essential to ensure the high annual mileage has not compromised the structural integrity of the vehicle.