2016 Iveco Daily 3.0L Diesel · BF16 APU

The most recent MOT test on January 14, 2026, confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy with no defects recorded at 197,218 miles. This represents a stable trend over the past three annual tests, with no recurring advisories or failures since December 2023. The absence of any major defects in the latest cycle suggests the vehicle has passed all critical checks for brakes, emissions, steering, suspension, and structural integrity. However, the duplicate entry for January 2025—where the test was both passed and failed at the same mileage—indicates a potential administrative error rather than a mechanical issue, though this should prompt verification of the record’s accuracy. The recorded mileage progression reveals a consistent annual average of approximately 19,700 miles, which is unusually high for a vehicle of this age. Between December 2022 and January 2026, the vehicle accumulated roughly 16,450 miles annually, a rate that accelerates wear on high-stress components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain seals. The gap between tests is standard at one year, but the lack of advisories or failures in recent cycles does not preclude accelerated deterioration in areas like wheel bearings, exhaust mounts, or hydraulic systems. The absence of earlier MOT records before 2022 limits visibility into long-term maintenance patterns, but the current data suggests the vehicle has been driven with minimal downtime. Given the high mileage and commercial use typical of an IVECO Daily, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components—particularly rear axle bushes and coil springs—for excessive wear or cracking. The brakes, while not failed in recent tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven pad thickness, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear discs, especially if the vehicle has operated in wet or salted environments. Exhaust emissions should be verified for leaks or excessive smoke, as diesel vehicles of this age often develop minor leaks in the EGR or DPF systems. Structural integrity checks, including underbody corrosion around the frame rails and subframe mounts, are essential, as commercial vehicles are prone to accelerated rust in these areas. The lack of advisories does not guarantee these components are intact, but a thorough visual and functional assessment is critical.