2018 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · YR18 WCW

This 2018 Ford Transit presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across five consecutive annual tests, the most recent being a pass on 20 February 2025 at 108,372 miles. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong, indicating a vehicle that has been kept within acceptable wear and safety thresholds year after year. No recurring faults, advisories, or failures appear in the history, which is a positive indicator of baseline mechanical care. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of sustained commercial or heavy-use operation. From 52,116 miles on 26 March 2021 to 108,372 miles on 20 February 2025, the vehicle covered 56,256 miles in just under four years, averaging roughly 14,000 miles annually. That figure sits slightly above the already high annualised average of 13,546 miles calculated over the vehicle's full eight-year life. The progression is steady with no sudden spikes or suspicious plateaus, suggesting consistent use rather than long periods of dormancy followed by intense demand. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows only 10,813 miles added in just over twelve months, a modest drop from prior years that may reflect reduced workload or a change in ownership pattern. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should approach this vehicle with the scrutiny appropriate for a high-mileage commercial van. At nearly 109,000 miles, consumable components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, suspension bushes, and coil springs will have endured significant cyclic loading. A physical inspection should focus on the condition of the rear brake calipers and handbrake mechanism, as binding is a common issue on high-mileage Transits. The chassis and load floor warrant close examination for corrosion or structural fatigue, particularly around mounting points and cross-members. The exhaust system and DPF should be assessed given the mileage, as emissions components degrade with sustained use. Tyre condition and alignment should also be checked, since uneven wear can indicate neglected tracking or worn suspension geometry that MOT tests alone may not fully reveal.