2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · FD18 LWM

The most recent MOT on 6 May 2026 was passed with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle met the legal safety and emissions standards at that date. Over the previous five years the record shows a generally stable maintenance picture: a single failure in May 2025 for a supplementary restraint system warning lamp, which appears to have been rectified, and a series of advisories concerning brake disc wear and a near‑side front tyre condition. The recurrence of brake‑disc advisories suggests progressive wear, while the tyre advisory has not been updated, implying the issue may still be present. Overall the trend is stable but points to consumable components approaching the end of their service life. At 83,448 miles the van averages roughly 10,400 miles per annum, which is typical for a light‑commercial vehicle of this age. The mileage does not indicate any periods of extreme use or prolonged storage, so wear on major drivetrain and chassis components should be commensurate with normal use. However, the cumulative distance does mean that wear items such as brake discs, pads, suspension bushes, and tyre rubber are likely to be in the latter half of their service intervals and should be inspected closely. The front and rear brake discs have been flagged in three consecutive years as worn, pitted or scored, though not yet critically weakened. A prospective buyer should verify the current disc thickness against the manufacturer’s minimum specification using a micrometer or have a garage do so. During a test drive listen for any pulsation or shudder through the pedal, especially on heavy braking, and check for uneven pad wear or excessive dust, which can indicate uneven disc wear or a sticking caliper. If the discs are within tolerance but showing surface scoring, replacement within the next 5‑10 000 miles would be prudent to avoid sudden loss of braking efficiency. The near‑side front tyre was noted as slightly damaged or perishing in 2022 and has not been re‑advised, suggesting the condition may have deteriorated. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for dry‑rot, cracking, or bulges, and verify that the tread depth exceeds 1.6 mm across the width. Given the vehicle’s age, also check the battery for cranking performance and electrolyte condition, examine all suspension bushes and mounts for any play or corrosion, and confirm that the air‑bag warning lamp is extinguished after the 2025 fault. Finally, ensure that all fluid levels – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – are at the correct level and appear clean, as time‑based degradation can occur even with moderate mileage. A thorough visual and road‑test inspection of these items will give a realistic picture of the van’s remaining service life and any imminent maintenance costs.