2016 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · PX65 CXW

The 2026‑02‑19 MOT marks the vehicle as passed despite a series of serious advisories, indicating that it remains marginally roadworthy but shows a worsening maintenance trend. Binding rear brakes, a parking brake efficiency below 50 %, an inoperative engine warning light, ineffective wipers, a non‑functional side repeater, excessive wear on front lower arm pins and rear bushes, fluid‑leaking shock absorbers, a severely deteriorated drive‑shaft CV boot, worn and pitted rear brake discs, and thin near‑side rear pads all appeared in the latest test. These recurring faults, together with the persistent tyre wear and oil leak, suggest that previous owners have not kept up with timely replacements, and the problem list has expanded rather than resolved since the 2025 test. Mileage has risen from 69,434 mi in early 2020 to 193,078 mi by February 2026, averaging roughly 19,300 mi per year, which is high for a 2016 model and points to intensive use. The interval between the 2020 failure at 69,434 mi and the subsequent pass at the same mileage implies a repair or re‑test after the coil‑spring fracture, yet the rapid accumulation of 23,000 mi in the following year and a further 19,000 mi each subsequent year reflects continuous high‑stress operation. No long periods of inactivity are evident, and the steady climb correlates with the increasing frequency of suspension and brake defects. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension arm pins and rear bushes for excessive wear, verify shock absorber mounting and fluid levels, and test the steering linkage ball joints for play under load. The condition of the tyres, especially the off‑side front edge wear, must be measured against the legal tread depth, and the rear brake discs should be examined for scoring or pitting that could compromise braking performance. Parking brake efficiency, wiper operation, and the integrity of the drive‑shaft CV boot also merit close scrutiny, as does the condition of the engine management system indicated by the inoperative MIL. Given the high mileage, repeated suspension and brake failures, and the presence of multiple advisories, the vehicle should be treated as needing immediate attention to critical components before purchase, and any prospective buyer should request evidence of recent replacements or repairs on these items.