2015 Iveco Daily 3.0L Diesel · FJ65 XFM

The 2015 Iveco Daily presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at 223,013 miles during the January 2026 test. No defects were recorded on that occasion, nor on any of the preceding four annual tests. This unblemished record indicates the vehicle has met minimum roadworthiness standards consistently, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures flagged by DVSA testers. The absence of advisories or failures across half a decade of testing suggests the previous operator kept the vehicle in a fundamentally sound condition, at least regarding the items tested. Despite the clean test results, the mileage accumulation reveals significant recent use. The vehicle averages roughly 20,274 miles annually, which is high for an eleven-year-old van. A notable jump occurred between the October 2024 test at 150,029 miles and the January 2026 test at 223,013 miles, representing 72,984 miles in just fifteen months. Prior to that, mileage increased steadily by roughly 3,000 to 20,000 miles per year. Such intense recent use accelerates the degradation of consumables, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components, meaning the current mechanical condition may lag behind the most recent MOT pass. Given the substantial mileage covered since the last test, a buyer must inspect the high-wear components thoroughly. Focus on the suspension and steering systems, checking for worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and uneven tyre wear, which are common failure points on heavily used commercial vehicles. Brake discs and pads require close scrutiny for scoring and wear, alongside checking for binding calipers. Structurally, examine the chassis and load-bearing areas for corrosion, as high-mileage work vans often suffer from surface rust that can compromise structural integrity over time. While the MOT history is entirely clean, the sheer volume of miles covered in a short period demands a rigorous physical inspection to verify the current condition of these critical mechanical and structural elements.