2018 Peugeot Boxer 2.0L Diesel · DK68 AVV

The most recent DVSA examination on 20 January 2026 returned a PASS with no advisories or defects recorded, continuing a clear pattern of clean test outcomes that includes 2024 and late 2022. The single failure in November 2023 was isolated to the supplementary restraint system warning lamp, an indicator issue rather than a structural or mechanical wear item, and the vehicle passed cleanly at the immediately following test in December 2023. This sequence demonstrates a stable maintenance trend with no recurring defect categories or advisory wear patterns across three of the four recorded tests, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in good order and there is no escalating pattern of deterioration to flag from the MOT file alone. The recorded mileage of 19,222 miles across an eight-year service life equates to a notably low annual average of roughly 2,400 miles per year. For a commercial platform such as the Peugeot Boxer, which is typically specified for high utilisation, this figure is unusually low and points either to genuinely light duty, a period of commercial inactivity, or extended standing between uses. Low annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components and high-friction items such as brake pads and clutches, but it simultaneously elevates risk in calendar-sensitive areas, since rubber, fluids, and corrosion protection degrade with time irrespective of miles covered. A buyer should therefore pay particular attention to age-related deterioration rather than mileage-driven wear. Inspect the tyres carefully for sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on low-use vehicles that remain fitted with original rubber long past its safe service life, and verify manufacture dates on the sidewalls. Examine the discs and callipers for surface corrosion and any evidence of binding or seized slider pins, which typically manifest as juddering under braking or uneven pad wear, and check for scoring on the disc faces from rust pitting. Lift any inspection covers to inspect the brake fluid, coolant, and power steering fluid for colour degradation and moisture content, as these degrade on a time basis and may be well overdue for replacement given the standing periods implied by the mileage. Test the 12V battery under load, since frequent short runs and long standing periods are both detrimental to battery longevity, and verify the timing belt replacement interval if applicable, as this is a calendar-based service requirement rather than purely mileage-driven on most Boxer variants. On a road test, listen for suspension clonks or rattles over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as perished bushes and corroded coil springs are prevalent on lightly used commercials, and pay attention to any driveline hesitation or uneven idle, which can indicate stale fuel or a depleted battery. Confirm that the supplementary restraint system warning lamp extinguishes promptly after ignition and does not return, satisfying the earlier failure item and ensuring no stored diagnostic trouble codes remain in the airbag control unit. Finally, verify the service book history and cross-check the recorded mileages against any invoices or V5 changes, ensuring that the low annual figure genuinely reflects usage rather than instrument substitution or prolonged clock inactivity.