2016 Mercedes-Benz Citan 1.5L Diesel · DK16 FXW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a reactive approach to maintenance rather than preventative care. The most recent test conducted in November 2021 at 73,690 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for a split offside front outer constant velocity boot. Since that entry, the vehicle has no recorded MOT history for nearly five years, meaning the current roadworthiness status is lapsed and the mechanical condition of the drivetrain and suspension remains unknown. At 73,690 miles over ten years, the Citan has averaged approximately 7,370 miles per annum, which aligns with typical light-use commercial patterns. There is a significant gap in data between March 2019 and September 2020, during which the vehicle covered only 17,105 miles. This slow accumulation suggests intermittent use or long periods of standing, which can often lead to dry perished seals, seized calipers, or fluid degradation despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front drive assembly, as the 2021 failure confirms the CV boots are prone to wear or failure. The 2020 failure at 64,650 miles also highlighted a distorted offside rear road wheel, which should be checked for lateral run or impact damage that could affect the rear geometry. Given the lack of recent testing, a thorough check of the brake system for corrosion and the suspension bushes for cracking is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked age-related rubber degradation.