2024 Toyota Proace City Icon 1.5L Diesel · FD24 CFN

The subject vehicle, a 2024 Toyota Proace City Icon, presently has no recorded DVSA MOT test history on file. Given that the vehicle was first registered in 2024, it would only become due for its initial MOT examination once it reaches three years of age, meaning the absence of any test entries at this stage is entirely expected and does not indicate a lack of compliance or any underlying maintenance concern. From an administrative standpoint, the maintenance trend cannot be evaluated, as there are no recorded pass or fail outcomes, advisory notes, or defect categories against which to benchmark mechanical condition over time. Once the first MOT is conducted, the prospective buyer should ensure that any advisory items are carefully reviewed, as these will provide the earliest official indication of wear progression on key items such as brake components, suspension geometry, and tyre condition. With no recorded MOT entries, there is similarly no verifiable mileage history from official testing stations, and the recorded mileage for the vehicle remains unconfirmed. A 2024 model would be expected to accumulate an annual mileage of between 8,000 and 12,000 miles under typical commercial or domestic usage, though vans of this class frequently see higher figures owing to their operational role. The buyer should request corroborating evidence of mileage through the service book, digital service records, or previous sales documentation, and should verify that the odometer reading is consistent with the vehicle's age and intended use. Discrepancies, gaps, or unusually low figures relative to a working van's expected duty cycle should be examined carefully, as very low recorded mileage can sometimes mask time-related degradation rather than wear-and-tear concerns. Given the absence of MOT defects and the relatively young age of the vehicle, the primary inspection focus for a prospective buyer should centre on age-related deterioration rather than mileage-driven wear. Tyres should be physically inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on lightly used vehicles due to exposure to ultraviolet light and ambient conditions; check the DOT date code on the sidewall to confirm the tyres are not approaching the end of their service life purely on a calendar basis. The 12-volt battery should be tested for state of health, as batteries in vans used for short urban journeys or those left standing for extended periods frequently suffer reduced capacity well before any scheduled replacement interval. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for surface corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outside or subjected to infrequent use, as binding calipers and uneven pad wear are common consequences of standing exposure rather than mileage accumulation. Fluid degradation on a calendar basis should also form part of the evaluation. Engine oil and oil filter, brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox lubricant all have finite service lives irrespective of the odometer reading, and the buyer should verify that the servicing schedule documented in the handbook has been adhered to using time rather than distance intervals where appropriate. The underbody, particularly the floor pans, suspension subframes, and mounting points, should be checked for any signs of corrosion consistent with winter road salt use, even on a vehicle of this recent vintage. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over speed humps or uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar links, bushes, or top mount deterioration, and verify that the clutch engages smoothly and that the brakes pull up without any pulling to one side or pedal vibration. As the Proace City shares its platform with other Stellantis-derived light commercial vehicles, known wear points including the rear torsion beam bushings and front lower control arm bearings should be specifically raised with any inspecting technician prior to purchase.