2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · WT18 DDU

The vehicle is currently in an unroadworthy state following a comprehensive failure on 29 May 2026 at 101,130 miles. The maintenance trend is significantly worsening, moving from a clean pass in 2024 to a list of twelve separate failures in the most recent test. The tester identified a wide range of safety-critical defects, including failed seat Consistency buckles and major mechanical failures. The presence of an inoperative Malfunction Indicator major suggests a serious underlying engine or emissions fault that remains unaddressed despite the high volume of failures. At 101,130 miles, this Transit has averaged approximately 12,600 miles per year, which is consistent with heavy commercial use for its age. There is a notable gap in records between the September 2024 test at 71,151 miles and the May 2026 test, where the vehicle covered nearly 30,000 miles in under 20 months. This rapid accumulation explains the degraded state of the components, as the vehicle appears to have been operated under high-stress conditions without sufficient preventative maintenance performed between the annual inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems, as the history shows a recurring pattern of neglect. The front brake discs and pads failed for wear in 2022 and again in 2026, with the latest failure noting incorrectly mounted pads and significantly worn discs. The suspension is showing signs of advanced wear with worn bottom arm bushes and rear anti-roll bar drop links flagged. Furthermore, the failure for loose wheel fixings on the offside rear outer is a critical safety oversight that indicates a lack of basic vehicle checks by the previous owner.