2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · ML68 DHK

The latest MOT test on 18 August 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. Reviewing the history back to 2022, the vehicle has maintained a remarkably clean record. While there was a recorded failure on 21 August 2024, the absence of listed defects suggests a minor administrative issue or a rectification that was handled immediately. Overall, the maintenance trend is highly stable, indicating a vehicle that has been consistently kept in a roadworthy condition without the recurring failures often associated with commercial vans of this vintage. The vehicle has covered 66,047 miles over approximately eight years, averaging roughly 8,256 miles per annum. This usage rate is considered typical for a Transit Custom and suggests a balanced duty cycle. It has avoided the extreme mechanical stress associated with high-mileage courier work while remaining active enough to prevent the common pitfalls of long-term standing. From a mechanical perspective, this mileage suggests that major drivetrain components should still have significant remaining life, although standard wear-and-tear consumables will be approaching their mid-life replacement cycles. Since the MOT history is exceptionally clean and devoid of advisories, the buyer should focus on physical inspections that a standard MOT might overlook or that develop between tests. Given the age of the vehicle, it is essential to inspect the tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing or ozone cracking, even if the tread depth remains legal. The buyer should also examine the brake discs for surface corrosion and check for any binding calipers. A thorough review of the service history is paramount to ensure that oil changes and filter replacements have followed the manufacturer's calendar-based intervals rather than just mileage, as fluid degradation occurs regardless of distance travelled. During the test drive, attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and coil springs, listening for any clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces that may not have reached the threshold of an MOT failure but indicate impending wear. The health of the 12V battery should be verified, as these units typically require replacement every five to six years. Finally, the buyer should inspect the underbody for any signs of structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and chassis rails, as a clean MOT record confirms current safety but does not preclude the early stages of surface rust common to commercial vehicles in the UK climate.