SCANIA R4402013 · 12.7L Diesel

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in its most recent inspection. The MOT test conducted in September 2025 at 795,605 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the vehicle met all minimum safety and emissions standards. While the history shows two failures in 2023 and 2024, the immediate corrective actions followed by clean tests suggest that the previous operator was proactive in rectifying identified mechanical faults to return the vehicle to a legal condition. The mileage profile is exceptionally high, totaling 795,605 miles over 13 years, which averages out to approximately 61,200 miles per annum. This intense rate of use places significant stress on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and the braking system. Between October 2024 and September 2025, the vehicle covered over 59,000 miles in under eleven months. Such rapid accumulation suggests consistent long-distance haul work, which typically accelerates the wear on consumables such as tyres, brake discs, and exhaust components, requiring more frequent maintenance than the standard MOT interval. Potential buyers must account for the fact that the vehicle failed in October 2023 at 694,533 miles and again in October 2024 at 732,718 miles. Although the specific reasons for these failures are not detailed in the summary, the recurring failures at high mileage often point to issues with aging components or minor fluid leaks. A physical inspection of the chassis structural integrity for corrosion and the condition of the air suspension system is essential, as high-mileage heavy vehicles often suffer from metal fatigue that a standard MOT test may not fully capture.