2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · VY16 TOR

The vehicle presents a stable level of roadworthiness, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on January 9 2026 at 189,514 miles, which passed with no recorded defects. This completes a consistent streak of clean passes over the last five years. The absence of any advisories or failures across the history suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that meets minimum regulatory requirements despite the high mileage. The mileage data reveals a significant acceleration in usage over the vehicle's later life. Between January 2022 and January 2023, the vehicle covered approximately 42,730 miles. However, since the January 2023 test, usage has surged, covering 100,637 miles in just three years. This averages to over 33,000 miles per annum in the most recent period, significantly far above the national average. This pattern typically indicates heavy commercial application or long-distance motorway work, which places disproportionate stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. Given the high annual mileage and the historically clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on components prone to accelerated wear under heavy loads. A buyer should specifically examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue or cracking, as these often fail prematurely at this mileage. The brake discs and calipers should be checked for thinning or uneven wear, and the exhaust system should be inspected for structural corrosion that may not have yet reached a failure threshold. While the record is clean, it is vital to ensure the high-intensity use has not led to stress fractures in the mounting points.