Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Ford Tourneo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Ford Tourneo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Ford Tourneo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2018 Ford Tourneo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Ford Tourneo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,591 vehicles, the 2018 Ford Tourneo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Ford Tourneo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Ford Tourneo are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (40.9% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (31.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Ford Tourneo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Tourneo (2018)

2,591 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.8% first-time pass rate

2018 Ford Tourneo

CarHunch analysed 2,591 real MOT records for the 2018 Ford Tourneo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Ford Tourneo passes its MOT at 85.8%, which is meaningfully better than the UK average of 80%, suggesting this model is generally well-built—though nearly a quarter of these vehicles (24.8%) have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine buyer concern you should factor in. The diesel engines dominate this cohort and show no weakness, maintaining that same 85.8% pass rate across the board.

At 56,868 miles median, these Tourneos are showing reasonable wear for their age, and the average of 1.11 failures per test indicates owners aren't facing severe structural problems. With 7 advisories per vehicle on average, expect routine maintenance items like worn pads and fluid top-ups rather than major repairs—but get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the cooling system and suspension, as these are common wear points on this generation.

The 2018 Ford Tourneo passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (85.8%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

85.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

24.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.11

Over 6.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

57k

Middle half: 39k–90k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 2,591 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 2,591 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 41.6%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 31.2%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 15.6%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Oil leak, but not excessive · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Suspension & steering 10.9%

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Ford Tourneo

Based on MOT data from 2,591 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	2,584	85.8%	1.11

Colour Breakdown

Based on 14,865 Ford Tourneo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 32.2%

4,786

Blue 19%

2,819

Black 18.4%

2,736

Grey 14.1%

2,089

White 13.5%

2,007

Red 2%

295

Orange 0.5%

Green 0.1%

Gold 0.1%

Brown 0%

Beige 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Ford Tourneo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

56,868

typical

38,917

low mileage

90,024

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Ford Tourneo vehicles fall between 38,917 and 90,024 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 38,917 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 38,917–90,024 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Ford Tourneos sit.

⚠ Over 121,532 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Ford Tourneo — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Ford Tourneos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 2,392 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.11

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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