2016 DAF Trucks LF220 FA 6.7L Diesel · FH65 AZA

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in March 2024 at 263,903 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reflects a significant mechanical failure just prior to that test. While the February 2024 failure at 263,853 miles identified a fractured nearside leaf spring and fixings, the subsequent pass one month later indicates that the necessary suspension repairs were addressed immediately to meet safety standards. The mileage shows a high-intensity profile, averaging approximately 26,400 miles per year over its ten-year life. A notable surge in usage is evident between February 2020 and March 2024, during which the vehicle covered over 122,000 miles in just a four-year period. This rapid accumulation of mileage places considerable stress on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems. The two-year gap between the 2020 and 2022 tests suggests a period of lower use or irregular testing compared to the more recent years of heavy-duty operation. A prospective buyer must focus their physical inspection on the suspension assembly to ensure the repair to the nearside leaf springs was structurally sound and not merely a temporary weld. Given the high annual mileage, a thorough check of the shock absorbers, steering linkages, and chassis-related corrosion is also essential. The 2022 advisory regarding minor mirror damage suggests minor external impact, so all vision glass should be checked for secure mounting or hairline cracking to ensure they remain unobstructed for the driver.