2015 Iveco Daily 3.0L Diesel · 1987 AK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward mechanical wear as the mileage increases. In the most recent test in January 2026 at 175,293 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories related to the steering and suspension. Specifically, the offside front suspension arm ball joint and both inner track rod end ball joints exhibited slight play. While the vehicle passed, these defects indicate that the front-end components are now reaching the end of their operational life and will require proactive replacement. The mileage profile reflects heavy usage for an eleven-year-old van, averaging approximately 16,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent operation, with the vehicle covering over 11,000 miles between January 2025 and January 2026, and another 11,300 miles in the year leading up to the 2025 test. This high, consistent mileage suggests the vehicle has been used for commercial purposes, which explains the accelerated wear on the drivetrain and braking components compared to a lower-mileage light-duty vehicle of the same age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and front geometry. The record shows a recurring pattern of worn brake discs across all four wheels noted in 2025 and 2026, following a reported offside front binding caliper in late 2022. This suggests the braking system is nearing a full overhaul of discs, pads, and potentially calipers. Furthermore, the advisories on the track rod ends and ball joints from the 2026 test necessitate a thorough check of the steering linkage to ensure no significant play has developed that could affect handling or tyre wear patterns.