2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · GD67 YJS

The 2018 Ford Transit has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 17 December 2025—just seven months ago—confirming no defects and a clean pass. The absence of advisories or recurring failures across all tests suggests the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical or structural issues. However, the duplicate entry for the 5 February 2025 test (one pass, one fail) is anomalous and warrants clarification, as it implies either an administrative error or a brief, unresolved issue that did not recur. The tester’s failure to record defects in either instance reinforces that any potential concern was either minor or swiftly rectified. The recorded mileage of 122,119 miles over eight years equates to an average of approximately 15,265 miles annually, which is elevated for a commercial van of this age. This rate of usage implies accelerated wear on high-stress components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers. Notably, the gap between the 28 January 2023 test (73,379 miles) and the 9 February 2024 test (87,447 miles) reflects a 14,068-mile interval—significantly longer than subsequent cycles—suggesting either reduced usage or extended periods without maintenance. The most recent 14,675 miles covered between February and December 2025 aligns with the vehicle’s typical usage pattern, though the lack of advisories does not preclude underlying wear. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear axle bushes and coil springs, which are commonly affected by high mileage. The binding brake calipers or worn brake discs, if present, would have been flagged in past tests, but wear on rotors and pads should still be verified, especially given the mileage. Structural integrity—particularly in the wheel arches, sills, and underbody—should be examined for corrosion, as rust can compromise the van’s load-bearing capacity over time. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, so visual and tactile checks are essential. Finally, the duplicate MOT entry in early 2025 should prompt inquiry into the vehicle’s service records to confirm whether any unresolved issues were addressed outside the MOT process.