2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · YP68 VEF

The 2025‑09‑08 MOT at 160,502 miles resulted in a pass, but the record shows repeated corrosion of all four brake pipes, a slight coolant leak from the heater matrix, worn tyres and a severely deteriorated upper anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust cover. These recurring defects indicate a maintenance trend that is neither improving nor stabilising; the vehicle continues to meet the minimum requirements only because the listed failures are classified as minor advisories rather than critical safety breaches. Mileage has risen sharply over the past three years, moving from 69,060 miles in September 2021 to 160,502 miles by September 2025, an increase of roughly 91,442 miles in 42 months, or about 21,772 miles per year. The jump from 143,932 miles in September 2024 to 160,502 miles in September 2025 represents a 16,570‑mile surge in just 14 months, suggesting intensive use and accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical components. Recurring issues centre on the braking system: rear and front brake pipes have corroded repeatedly, the rear service brake has been reported as excessively binding, and pads and discs show wear beyond typical service intervals. Suspension components also exhibit neglect, with split constant‑velocity boots on both drive shafts, deteriorated ball‑joint dust covers on the upper anti‑roll bar and front lower arm, and a cracked front drive‑shaft joint boot that allows ingress of dirt. Structural rust is evident in the widespread brake‑pipe corrosion and a major exhaust flexi‑pipe leak, while tyre wear on multiple wheels approaches the legal limit. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the brake lines and associated fittings, verify the integrity of the rear parking brake and the security of the brake cables, inspect the suspension bushes, ball joints and CV boots for play or damage, and assess the extent of rust on the chassis and exhaust system. Checking tyre tread depth, coolant system integrity, and the correct adjustment of the parking brake lever will also be essential to determine whether the vehicle can be relied upon beyond the next service interval.