2018 Peugeot Boxer 2.0L Diesel · HF68 BFN

A clean MOT trajectory defines this 2018 Peugeot Boxer, with five consecutive passes and no recorded failures across the testing history available. The most recent assessment on 6 March 2026 returned a pass with no advisories, continuing a stable pattern that stretches back to its first recorded test in March 2022. The single departure from this otherwise unblemished record was the March 2025 test, which flagged all four tyres with cracking or perishing between the tread blocks. This was an advisory observation rather than a failure, meaning the tyres remained within legal limits at the time, but it represents the only component-specific concern raised against the vehicle in the available record and is worth treating as the central mechanical reference point for any prospective evaluation. With only 13,418 miles recorded over approximately eight years, this Boxer has averaged around 1,677 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this type and age. There are no gaps in the annual testing record, indicating the vehicle has remained in active use throughout the period rather than being laid up or SORNed for extended stretches. Such a low annual accumulation is typical of a commercial van that has served in a light-duty or part-time capacity, and mechanically this means the wear on major drivetrain components, braking surfaces, and suspension assemblies should be proportionally light. However, low-mileage commercial vehicles are not without their own considerations, as prolonged standing periods can affect items like brake caliper slide mechanisms, underbody corrosion through limited use on wet roads, and rubber components that degrade with age rather than mileage. Given that the March 2025 test recorded cracking and perishing across all four tyres, particular attention should be paid to the current condition of the rubber. The advisories specifically noted damage between the tread blocks rather than at the sidewalls, which on a light commercial vehicle of this age often reflects age-related compound deterioration accelerated by infrequent use. A physical inspection should check for any sidewall cracking, bulges, or uneven wear patterns, and the DOT date stamps should be located to establish manufacturing age, as tyres older than six years warrant close scrutiny regardless of remaining tread depth. The tread depth across all four wheels should be measured, as a van operating close to the legal 1.6mm minimum presents a safety concern. On a test drive, focus on the braking system, as low annual mileage frequently leads to corroded or binding caliper slides, particularly at the rear. Listen for any scraping or grinding on initial application, feel for a soft or spongy pedal, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, which can indicate a seized caliper piston. The suspension should be evaluated over uneven surfaces for any knocking, clonking, or excessive bouncing, paying particular attention to the front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and rear leaf spring components, which are common wear items on the Boxer platform. Finally, examine the underside for any surface corrosion or underbody sealing deterioration, as light commercial vans often operate in environments where salt and moisture accumulate, and a vehicle with this usage profile may show age-related corrosion despite its low mileage.