2015 Nissan Cabstar 2.5L Diesel · HG15 AAF

The vehicle shows a worsening trend in maintenance quality, evidenced by the recurring failures and increasing number of advisories in the most recent tests. While the June 2025 test at 75,429 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple issues including pitted rear brake discs, thin inner brake pads, and perishing tyres. The fact that the vehicle failed the initial attempt in June 2025 due to a malfunctioning engine MIL and a defective fog lamp suggests that pre-MOT inspections are being neglected. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, covering approximately 6,857 miles per year. The jump from 60,922 miles in June 2023 to 67,998 miles in July 2024, and then to 75,429 miles in June 2025, shows a steady usage pattern of roughly 7,000 miles annually. This level of use is typical for a light commercial vehicle and does not suggest long periods of inactivity, though the consistent appearance of consumable wear indicates that maintenance is reactive rather than proactive. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the braking system and the chassis. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of worn and pitted rear brake discs and low inner pads appearing in both July 2024 and June 2025. The tester also noted slight corrosion on the nearside and offside cab floors during the 2025 test, which requires careful scrutiny to ensure structural integrity is not compromised. Suspension components also require attention, as the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint showed play in the most recent test, following a previous advisory for worn rear anti-roll bar bushes in June 2023. The recurring advisories regarding perishing and cracking tyres across 2024 and 2025 suggest the rubber is aging significantly. Finally, the repeated failure regarding the engine MIL indicates a history of electrical or sensor-related faults that should be verified via a diagnostic scan.