2008 DAF Trucks 45/140 Heavy oil · YK57 BTU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent pass record over the last seven years. The most recent test on 12 January 2024 at 309,975 miles resulted with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum standards for road use. This trend suggests a proactive approach to maintenance following a single failure in mid-2017. The mileage pattern reflects heavy commercial use consistent with an eighteen-year-old truck, averaging approximately 17,000 miles per annum. There was a significant period of activity between August 2019 at 281,261 miles and December 2021 at 305,303 miles, where the vehicle covered over 24,000 miles in two years. However, usage has slowed recently, with only 3,523 miles recorded between the 2022 and 2024 tests. This high cumulative mileage places substantial stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. Despite the lack of recorded advisories in the recent history, a physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to high-mileage wear. A buyer must examine the chassis for structural corrosion and weld pitting, as the MOT only flags these issues once they reach a safety threshold. The suspension bushes and dampers should be checked for play, and the brake system should be tested for binding calipers or thin discs, given the heavy load cycles this DAF model likely endured over its life.