2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · LF18 SFX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 111,271 miles passed, it revealed multiple immediate attention items including thin front inner brake pads and a worn offside inner driveshaft joint. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where the vehicle was grounded for critical brake and tyre failures, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach a failure threshold. At 111,271 miles over eight years, this Transit has averaged approximately 14,000 miles per year, which is consistent with heavy commercial use. The mileage data shows a notable spike in usage between February 2024 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered over 32,000 miles in just fourteen months. This high rate of annual accumulation places considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, evidenced by the corroded power steering pipe noted in 2024 and the recent driveshaft wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension, as the record shows recurring issues with thin pads across multiple axles. The February 2025 failure for exposed cords on the nearside rear tyre indicates that tyre maintenance was neglected until unsafe. Specific attention should also be paid to the offside driveshaft for signs of grease leakage or play, and the power steering hoses to ensure the previously noted corrosion has not progressed into a structural failure.