2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · LM18 AEL

This Ford Transit presents a stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 19 November 2025 at 165,127 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a consistent pattern of passes without any recorded advisories or failures over the previous four years, suggesting a disciplined approach to preventative maintenance. The vehicle has covered significant distance for its age, averaging over 20,000 miles per year. Mileage accumulation has accelerated in recent periods. Between 8 June 2022 and 9 June 2023, the vehicle covered 21,348 miles. This increased to 20,702 miles by 23 September 2024, and jumped further to 33,230 miles by the November 2025 test. Such high usage typically places heavy stress on the drivetrain and chassis. Despite the clean MOT record, the high mileage necessitates a physical inspection of components that do not always trigger an immediate MOT failure. A buyer should check for wear in the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these frequently degrade under the heavy load and high mileage seen here. Inspecting the brake discs for thinning and the calipers for signs of sticking is also advisable. The absence of recorded corrosion in the MOT history is positive, but the underbody and sills should be checked for surface rust common to this model. Given the rapid mileage increase since 2024, verifying the service history for oil changes and timing belt intervals is critical to ensure the engine has been supported beyond the basic legal requirements of the MOT.