2018 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · YP68 YRU

The 2018 Ford Transit Connect presents a stable and improving mechanical picture at its most recent MOT. The October 2025 pass at 41,126 miles recorded zero defects, a clean sheet that contrasts favourably with the advisories noted in the preceding years. This suggests the previous owner addressed the flagged items promptly. The maintenance trend is not worsening; it is resolving, moving from minor advisories in 2024 and 2022 to a fully compliant state by late 2025. The recorded mileage of 41,126 miles over approximately eight years equates to roughly 5,141 miles per year, which is notably low for a commercial vehicle of this type. The annual MOT entries from 2022 through 2025 show a consistent pattern of gradual accumulation, rising from 30,497 miles in October 2022 to 41,126 miles by October 2025. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings that would suggest mileage tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The data is clean and linear, pointing to steady, light local use rather than high-mileage commercial hauling. Despite the low mileage, the 2024 test flagged rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, along with rear brake pads wearing thin. This is a notable finding on a vehicle that has covered relatively few miles. It implies either a period of infrequent use leading to surface corrosion on the discs, or a driving style that does not favour the rear braking system. A buyer should physically inspect the rear braking components for uneven wear, lipping on the disc edges, and the condition of the caliper slides, as binding could be a hidden root cause. The recurring theme across the 2022 and 2023 tests is premature front tyre wear, specifically inner edge wear and tread worn close to the legal limit. On a front-wheel-drive van, this points to possible misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or damaged track rod ends. The fact that the 2023 failure occurred on the same day as a pass on a retest suggests the tyres were replaced, but the underlying geometry issue may not have been corrected. A thorough inspection of the front suspension, steering linkage, and wheel alignment settings is essential before purchase. The presence of undertrays during the 2024 test also blocked a full underside inspection, so checking for structural corrosion, oil leaks, and the condition of the exhaust system should be done with the vehicle raised and covers removed.