2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · YR18 JXY

The 2018 Ford Transit presents a stable roadworthiness status with no recorded defects across its five most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 31 March 2026 at 145,977 miles returned a clean pass with no advisories, continuing an unbroken sequence of fault-free results since at least 2022. Annual mileage averages 18,247 miles, which is high for an eight-year-old van but consistent rather than erratic. The records show steady accumulation: 101,478 miles in March 2022, rising to 109,912 by April 2023, 121,665 by March 2024, 133,848 by April 2025, and 145,977 by March 2026. No gaps or sudden jumps appear in the sequence, and the clean test history suggests the previous keeper kept the vehicle serviced to a standard that satisfied examiners each year. Given the absence of flagged faults, the MOT data alone reveals no recurring suspension, brake, or structural corrosion issues requiring concern. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of coil springs, suspension bushes, brake discs, and underbody structural integrity, as the tester may not record minor wear until it breaches limits. The high annual mileage implies consumable items such as tyres, wiper blades, and clutch components will have seen heavier use than average. Prospective purchasers ought to verify service invoices to confirm routine maintenance kept pace with the 145,977 miles covered. The DVSA record shows competent upkeep but offers no insight into drivetrain condition or intermittent faults unseen during a static test.