2014 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 3.0L Diesel · AY64 BLF

The Mitsubishi Fuso Canter shows a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are often addressed only following an MOT failure. The most recent test on 3 October 2025 at 106,060 miles passed, but only after a failure three days prior. That failure revealed critical safety issues including a significantly weakened central seat belt, low brake efficiency, and both front tyres being worn to or near the legal limit. While these items were rectified for the pass, the record still notes a defective exhaust mounting and a minor gas leak, suggesting the exhaust system is in a state of degradation that will likely require further attention soon. The vehicle has covered 106,060 miles over 12 years, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. However, the data indicates a persistent pattern of neglecting basic consumables. Between 2020 and 2025, the tester repeatedly flagged damaged windscreens, mirrors, and worn tyres. The presence of corroded front brake pipes in both 2023 and 2024 suggests exposure to the elements or lack of cleaning, while the tyre cracking and perishing noted in 2020 and 2022 indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods. Mechanical attention should focus on the front suspension and braking system. The 2024 test identified a worn bush on the nearside front upper suspension arm, and earlier records from 2018 noted play in the offside front wheel bearing. Given the failure for brake efficiency in late 2025, a buyer must verify that the recent work was thorough and not merely cosmetic. The structural inspection is also vital, as the mention of corrosion on brake pipes often precedes deeper creeping rust on the chassis of vehicles of this era. The inoperative engine MIL light noted in 2023 is another concern that should be confirmed as resolved, as it was not mentioned in subsequent passes.