2018 Ford Transit Custom 300 Limited 2.0L Diesel · YP68 HHC

The 2018 Ford Transit Custom 300 Limited presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across all four tests, indicating a stable and well-maintained vehicle. The most recent test on 5 September 2025 at 223,024 miles passed with zero advisories or failures, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order. This is a strong positive signal for a commercial vehicle of this age and mileage, as it demonstrates consistent upkeep rather than reactive repairs. The mileage accumulation tells an interesting story. Between the April 2022 test at 116,882 miles and the June 2023 test at 143,759 miles, the vehicle covered 26,877 miles in just over 12 months. The pace accelerated further between June 2023 and August 2024, when it added 42,395 miles in roughly 14 months, averaging over 3,000 miles per month. However, the vehicle then covered zero miles between the August 2024 test at 186,154 miles and the September 2025 test at 223,024 miles, a gap of over 12 months. This is a significant anomaly. Either the odometer reading is incorrect, the vehicle was used on a different registration or plate, or the mileage was not recorded properly at the 2025 test. A buyer must verify this discrepancy before purchase, as it undermines confidence in the recorded history. Despite the clean MOT record, the high annual mileage of approximately 27,878 miles per year places substantial wear on consumable components. At 223,024 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, shock absorbers, and brake discs and pads are likely approaching or past replacement intervals. The binding caliper or uneven brake wear issues common in high-mileage Transits may not yet have triggered an MOT failure but could be developing. A thorough in-person inspection of the underside for corrosion, particularly on the chassis rails, outriggers, and around mounting points, is essential. Exhaust emissions systems on high-mileage diesel vans also warrant close attention, as DPF and EGR issues can develop between tests without triggering an immediate failure. The complete absence of advisories across four consecutive tests is unusual for a vehicle of this type and mileage. While it could reflect diligent maintenance, the mileage gap between August 2024 and September 2025 raises questions about the accuracy of the record. A buyer should request service invoices, check the vehicle's digital service history, and commission an independent inspection focusing on structural integrity, drivetrain condition, and whether the odometer reading is consistent with the physical wear visible on the clutch, steering wheel, seat bolsters, and pedal rubbers.