2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · FM18 OOV

The 2018 Ford Transit currently holds a clean bill of health, passing its most recent MOT on 12 November 2025 at 151,224 miles with zero defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, demonstrating consistent compliance over the past three years. Despite two failed tests in the historical record, neither failure resulted in recorded defects, suggesting administrative or procedural issues rather than mechanical faults. The vehicle presents as mechanically sound at its current mileage. Accumulating 151,224 miles over eight years equates to roughly 18,903 miles annually, a high yearly average indicative of sustained commercial or long-distance use. The mileage progression shows steady accumulation, jumping from 119,928 miles in October 2023 to 141,082 miles in November 2024, covering over 21,000 miles in just over a year. This was followed by a further 10,142 miles over the subsequent twelve months leading to the November 2025 test. Such consistent, high-intensity use accelerates wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and braking systems, even if the MOT record remains devoid of specific mechanical failures. Given the absence of recorded defects, buyers must look beyond the paperwork and physically inspect the heavy-duty components typical of high-mileage commercial vans. Focus on the condition of the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding calipers, and check the suspension for deteriorated bushes or weak coil springs. Examine the underbody and structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion, a common issue on older Transits subjected to high mileage. The two historical failures without recorded defects warrant scrutiny of the service history to ensure consumables like tyres and wiper blades were replaced proactively rather than neglected between tests.