2012 Nissan Cabstar 2.5L Diesel · CU62 AHC

The 2012 Nissan Cabstar presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 13 January 2026 at 90,798 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of clean MOT outcomes. No advisories or mechanical faults appear anywhere in the available history. Annual mileage has averaged close to 6,500 miles across the recorded period, which sits within typical bounds for a fourteen-year-old light commercial vehicle. The tester logged 60,139 miles in January 2022, rising to 67,608 by January 2023, 75,142 in January 2024, 82,213 in January 2025, and 90,798 in January 2026. The steady year-on-year increment of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles shows consistent use without sudden accumulation or unexplained gaps. The absence of any failure or advisory across these entries suggests the previous keeper kept basic servicing current. A clean MOT ledger does not exempt the buyer from physical inspection. At this age and mileage, suspension bushes, coil springs, and steering joints should be checked for fatigue not always visible to the annual tester. Brake discs and calipers warrant a hands-on check for wear or binding, given the load-bearing cab chassis design. Structural corrosion remains the principal risk on a 2012 Cabstar. Examine chassis rails, subframes, and cab mounts for rust penetration despite the lack of recorded advisories. Verify the exhaust emissions and drivetrain condition during a road trial before purchase.