2018 Mercedes-Benz Citan 1.5L Diesel · BF68 DVP

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a recent failure. The most recent test on 22 September 2025 at 98,645 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This represents an improvement over the September 2024 test where the vehicle failed due to lighting issues. The subsequent clean pass suggests the previous owner addressed the mechanical faults identified during that failed inspection. The mileage pattern indicates high annual usage for an eight-year-old van, averaging approximately 12,300 miles per year. There is a significant surge in usage recorded between September 2023 (50,515 miles) and September 2024 (71,815 miles), where the vehicle covered 21,300 miles in just twelve months. This consistent high-mileage suggests heavy commercial application, which places accelerated stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system compared to lower-mileage light vehicles. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension and bushings for signs of wear consistent with this high mileage. The September 2023 test at 50,515 miles flagged both front tyres as being close to the legal limit and worn on the edges, which often indicates alignment issues or worn shock absorbers. While the most recent MOT is clean, a thorough check of the brake discs and pads is necessary, as high-frequency use typically leads to thinning of these components near the 100,000-mile mark.