2018 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · RX18 TWF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of developing suspension wear. The most recent test in March 2026 at 109,261 miles identified perished and delaminating bushes on the front lower arms on both the nearside and offside sides. While the vehicle passed the test, the progression from minor play in 2024 to visible delamination in 2026 indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern reveals a significant increase in usage over the last three years. Between December 2022 at 32,118 miles and November 2023 at 73,130 miles, the vehicle covered over 41,000 miles in a single year. This high intensity has remained consistent, with another 36,000 miles recorded between April 2025 and March 2026. Such high annual mileage suggests the vehicle has transitioned from light use to heavy-duty commercial application, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber-to-metal suspension joints and drivetrain components. A buyer should prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and anti-roll bar linkages. The tester flagged the nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage in both 2024 and 2026, suggesting this specific assembly is a recurring point of failure. Given the delamination of the front arm bushes, a professional inspection should also check for play in the steering rack and uneven tyre wear, as worn bushes often compromise wheel alignment on high-mileage vans.