2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · MD67 BXZ

The 2018 Ford Transit presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 7 January 2026 at 100,057 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant shift from the minor advisories noted in earlier years, suggesting recent attention to cosmetic and compliance items. The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate through early 2027, providing a solid baseline of roadworthiness at the time of the most recent inspection. The mileage accumulation tells a story of consistent, high-intensity commercial use. Between the January 2023 test at 77,609 miles and the January 2026 test at 100,057 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 22,448 miles in three years, averaging over 7,400 miles annually in that window. However, the longer view is more striking. From 63,621 miles in January 2022 to 100,057 miles by January 2026, the Transit accumulated 36,436 miles across four years, which equates to roughly 9,100 miles per year. This is a high annual rate for a vehicle of this age and points to sustained motorway or fleet-level operation rather than light local use. The advisory history is sparse but worth noting. In December 2024 at 93,416 miles, the tester flagged a slightly damaged offside obligatory door mirror under item 3.3(b)(i). This is a minor cosmetic and legal compliance issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern, and the clean pass in January 2026 indicates it has since been rectified. The January 2023 test at 77,609 miles recorded a central lower windscreen damage advisory under item 3.2(a)(i), which was noted as not adversely affecting the driver's view. Both advisories relate to glass and mirror condition rather than the drivetrain, suspension, or braking system, and neither recurred in subsequent tests. A prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on the mechanical components most vulnerable to high-mileage commercial use. At 100,057 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers are likely to show wear, particularly if the vehicle has carried heavy loads. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close scrutiny given the mileage, as binding or uneven wear can develop silently between MOT intervals. The exhaust system and DPF should be checked for soot loading or cracking, common issues on high-mileers. Structurally, inspect the chassis rails, outriggers, and load floor for corrosion or cracking, as Transits used commercially often endure harsh conditions that MOT surface inspections may not fully reveal. The clean recent MOT is encouraging, but the high annual mileage means consumable components and structural integrity warrant hands-on verification beyond the certificate alone.