2014 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · CE64 FVO

The most recent DVSA examination on 27 November 2025 returned a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, which on the surface presents a favourable picture for a prospective buyer. However, the broader pattern across the recorded MOT history suggests a vehicle that has required ongoing remediation rather than one in steady, trouble-free service. Recurring advisories on front suspension arm bushes have appeared at every test since 2020, accompanied in 2021 by a major failure relating to parking brake lever adjustment and efficiency. The 2024 test included a further failure for headlamp aim alongside advisory items for front inner brake disc wear, while the 2023 and 2022 tests both noted rear brake binding. Taken collectively, these entries indicate a maintenance trend that has remained broadly stable but with persistent wear-related issues that have not been fully resolved, particularly around the braking and front suspension systems. With 68,795 miles recorded over approximately twelve years, this Peugeot Boxer has covered an average of around 5,733 miles per year, which is low for a commercial vehicle of this type and age. Such restrained annual mileage suggests either light operational use or, more likely given the nature of the recorded advisories, significant periods of standing or infrequent use between tests. Low-mileage commercial vehicles are particularly susceptible to time-related degradation rather than distance-related wear, and the recurring brake binding advisories strongly support the standing-use theory, as seized or partially seized caliper slides and handbrake mechanisms are a classic consequence of prolonged inactivity. Equally, the repeated front suspension bush advisories could reflect either age-hardening of the rubber components or corrosion seizing the metal pins, both of which progress independently of mileage. Given the documented history, the braking system should be a primary focus of any pre-purchase inspection. The 2024 advisory on the front inner brake discs being pitted or scored indicates surface corrosion and wear that will continue to develop, and on a test drive the buyer should listen for any brake shudder, vibration through the pedal, or uneven pulling under heavy braking, all of which would suggest the discs have deteriorated beyond the advisory threshold and require machining or replacement. The rear brake binding advisories warrant a thorough inspection of the caliper guide pins, slider mechanisms, and handbrake cables or actuators, as these are known weak points on the Boxer platform and can lead to overheating, premature pad wear, and reduced efficiency if left unaddressed. The parking brake mechanism should be specifically tested on an incline to confirm it holds the vehicle securely without excessive travel, given the 2021 major failure for excessive lever movement and below-standard efficiency. The persistent front suspension arm bush wear, noted on both sides over four consecutive tests, is a clear indicator that the front lower wishbone rear bushes are deteriorating due to age and possible corrosion of the bonded rubber to metal interface. On a road test, the buyer should pay close attention to any knocking or clunking from the front end over bumps, vague or imprecise steering, uneven front tyre wear particularly on the inner or outer shoulders, and any tendency for the vehicle to wander at speed. Beyond the recorded history, the age and likely standing-use profile of this van dictate that the buyer also inspects the tyres for sidewall perishing and cracking, as tyres older than six years degrade even with ample tread depth. The 12V battery should be load-tested, brake fluid should be checked for age-related moisture content typically requiring renewal every two years, and the coolant and timing belt replacement intervals must be verified against service records, as the latter is a critical maintenance item on Boxer diesel engines and overdue replacement could result in catastrophic engine damage.