2018 Ford Transit Custom 2.0L Diesel · WF68 OKZ

The 2018 Ford Transit Custom has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 2025-07-07 at 29,919 miles, with no defects recorded. This suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained in the immediate past, though the absence of advisories or minor faults in recent tests means no proactive warnings have been issued. The most notable anomaly in the history is the single sidewall damage to the nearside front tyre in 2022, which was repaired rather than failing the test outright—a detail that implies the vehicle was kept roadworthy rather than neglected. Without further advisories or recurring issues, the trend appears stable, but the low mileage accumulation since 2021 (just 12,623 miles over three years) raises questions about its actual usage and potential deferred maintenance. The recorded mileage of 29,919 miles over eight years—approximately 3,740 miles annually—is unusually low for a commercial van of this age, particularly given its frequent MOT testing. The gaps between tests are consistent, with roughly 12,000 miles between each pass, yet the near-absence of mileage between 2021 and 2024 (only 12,623 miles over three years) suggests prolonged periods of inactivity. This could indicate storage rather than active use, which may have allowed minor corrosion or suspension degradation to develop undetected. The lack of advisories in recent tests does not preclude hidden issues, especially in components like wheel bearings, suspension bushes, or underbody corrosion, which can deteriorate even when the vehicle is stationary. Given the clean MOT record, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should be the suspension and subframe areas. The 2022 tyre sidewall damage hints at potential neglect of wheel alignment or tyre condition, so verify tread depth, lateral wear, and valve stems for leaks. Check for uneven tyre wear, which could signal alignment or suspension issues. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for deterioration, particularly around the subframe and wheel arches, where corrosion is common in vans. The brakes were never flagged in tests, but binding calipers or uneven disc wear could develop over periods of inactivity—inspect the rear brakes closely, as the 2022 test noted no defects but did not confirm their condition. Finally, inspect the underbody for rust around the sills, fuel tank, and exhaust mounts, as these areas are prone to corrosion when a vehicle stands unused.