2017 DAF Trucks CF 440 FAX 10.8L Diesel · DX17 JFO

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance trend shows signs of emerging mechanical wear consistent with heavy usage. The most recent test in March 2025 at 700,790 miles identified play in the offside axle 1 track rod end and lighting failures regarding reverse lamps on both sides. While the vehicle passed, the appearance of steering component defects after a clean 2024 test suggests that front end components are beginning to reach the end of their service life under high mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally high, averaging nearly 78,000 miles per year over the recorded period. Between April 2024 and March 2025, the truck covered 25,598 miles in just under eleven months, indicating intensive long-distance commercial operation patterns. This rapid accumulation of mileage places significant strain on the drivetrain, braking system, and suspension architecture. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests shows a jump of 86,630 miles, highlighting the constant mechanical load applied between annual inspection intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and suspension geometry, given the history of track rod end play and axle 2 reaction bush wear noted in 2025 and 2021. The 2023 advisory regarding a tyre rubbing against the mudguard on full lock indicates potential clearance issues or bent component geometry that could cause premature tyre failure. Additionally, the recorded oil leak around the sump from 2023 requires verification to ensure the leak has been remediated and not worsened, as high-mileage engines are prone to seal degradation and gasket failure as they approach the 700,000-mile mark.