2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · MV18 HBY

The most recent MOT, conducted on 7 November 2025 at 58,627 miles, resulted in a pass, but the maintenance trend is best described as stable with a notable recurrence of wear and tear rather than a clear improvement. The tester flagged deterioration in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes, with the offside worn and the nearside perished and splitting. A prop shaft flexible coupling was also noted as slightly deteriorated, and the nearside rear inner tyre was worn close to the legal limit at 3mm. These advisories suggest the vehicle has been used steadily without proactive replacement of ageing suspension and drivetrain components, though nothing critical enough to fail the test outright. The mileage pattern is consistent and unremarkable for an eight-year-old commercial vehicle. Between the May 2022 test at 37,003 miles and the November 2025 test at 58,627 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 21,600 miles in three and a half years, averaging about 6,170 miles per year. The annual accumulation sits slightly below the typical 7,328 miles per year implied by the current odometer reading, indicating either lighter recent use or a period of reduced activity before 2022. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the record that would suggest long-term standing or odometer discrepancies. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension bushes, as both sides were flagged in the most recent test and have not yet been addressed. Perished and splitting rubber bushes will eventually lead to vague steering, uneven tyre wear, and compromised handling if left unreplaced. The prop shaft coupling deterioration also warrants inspection, as a failed flexible coupling can cause vibration, driveline noise, and potential damage to the transmission or rear axle. Given the repeated appearance of nails in the rear tyres across the 2023 and 2024 tests, the rear tyre area should be examined for slow punctures, sidewall damage, or inner liner deterioration that may point to a persistent issue rather than simple bad luck. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and the prop shaft area, is advisable before purchase.