2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · FD18 LOJ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in September 2025 at 204,998 miles without any recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement as the recurring electrical and fluid issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the history indicates a pattern of minor component failures, the clean latest report suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying MOT faults before they escalate into significant mechanical failures. The mileage profile reflects exceptionally high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 25,600 miles per year. A significant surge in activity occurred between September 2023 and August 2024, where the vehicle covered 38,841 miles in just eleven months. This rapid rate of accumulation is consistent with heavy commercial application, which accelerates the wear on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems. The consistent annual interval between tests suggests the vehicle remains in constant operation, but the high total mileage places considerable strain on all heavy-duty components. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension system, specifically the offside rear shock absorber which showed light oil misting in August 2024. Although this was not a failure, the high mileage increases the likelihood of imminent seal failure or perished bushings. The buyer must also verify the windscreen washer assembly and external lighting, as these were recurring points of failure across 2023 and 2024. Given the previous AdBlue warning lamp recorded in 2023, a diagnostic check of the exhaust after system is advisable to ensure no latent faults remain present in the high-mileage engine.