2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · WM68 KXT

The 2018 Ford Transit presents a stable and largely positive roadworthiness profile based on its MOT record. The most recent test, conducted on 6 January 2025 at 50,843 miles, passed with zero defects whatsoever. This clean bill of health, following a period where advisories were present, indicates a resolving maintenance trend. The vehicle has moved from having minor wear-related advisories in late 2023 to a fully compliant state, suggesting attentive upkeep in the last year. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a working van of this age. Between the December 2021 test at 32,446 miles and the January 2025 test at 50,843 miles, the vehicle covered 18,397 miles over approximately three years and one month, equating to roughly 6,000 miles annually. This aligns with the typical usage pattern described and points to regular, steady employment rather than prolonged standing or extreme high-mileage commercial abuse. The record shows no anomalous gaps in testing that would suggest the vehicle was off the road for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that have historically drawn the tester's attention. The rear lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush was flagged as worn in December 2023, and while this did not recur in 2025, it remains prudent to check for any play or deterioration in the rear suspension bushes and linkages. The windscreen chip noted on the offside in 2023 has presumably been repaired or the screen replaced given the subsequent clean test, but verifying the quality of that repair is wise. The offside front inner tyre wear noted in December 2022, both on the fail and pass, points to a potential alignment or suspension geometry issue on that corner. Inspect the inner edges of the front tyres for uneven wear patterns and check the condition of the front suspension, including coil springs, dampers, and tracking. The fuel leak that caused the December 2022 failure appears to have been rectified, yet a close visual check of the fuel system, particularly around unions and hoses, remains a sensible precaution given the severity of that defect.