2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · YN18 VVM

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing MOT tests. The most recent inspection on 22 January 2026 at 60,922 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a pattern of clean passes dating back to March 2023, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for an eight year old Transit. The vehicle covered 6,082 miles between January 2025 and January 2026, and 5,233 miles in the preceding year. There are no abrupt spikes in mileage or suspicious gaps in the record that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or excessive heavy-duty commercial use. The MOT history is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age and type. A failure on 23 February 2024 was resolved within four days at the same mileage, though the record does not specify the exact defect. The absence of any advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions over the last three years indicates a well-kept example. A physical inspection should still focus on common Transit weak points that MOT testers often overlook if they are not critical failures. Check the chassis and wheel arches for surface corrosion and inspect the condition of the clutch and gearbox syncs. Given the clean record, the buyer should primarily verify that the service intervals for oil and filters have been followed, as the MOT history confirms legal roadworthiness but does not prove comprehensive mechanical servicing.