2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · WM68 KXR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent MOT test on 20 December 2025 at 70,144 miles resulted in a failure due to a low headlamp aim, worn tyres, and pitted brake discs. While the vehicle passed upon re-test, the presence of these defects suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they threaten the MOT certificate rather than performing preventative maintenance between annual inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old commercial vehicle averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between December 2023 at 51,007 miles and December 2025 at 70,144 miles, the vehicle covered 19,137 miles, indicating a steady usage rate of roughly 9,500 miles annually. This regular accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which helps prevent internal corrosion, but it also explains the inevitable wear on consumable components noted in the record. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and front-end suspension. The recurring issues with thin brake pads in 2022 and pitted discs in 2025 indicate the front braking components are reaching the end of their service life. The repeated mention of nearside front tyres wearing on the edge in 2022 and 2025 points toward uneven alignment or worn suspension bushes that require investigation. Additionally, the windscreen damage noted in the 2024 test should be checked to ensure it has not progressed or compromised the structural integrity of the glass.