2016 Iveco Daily 2.3L Diesel · FN16 EYS

The Iveco Daily presents a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 26 September 2025 at 335,118 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on 2 October 2024 also passed cleanly at 335,049 miles, following an anomalous failure logged on 1 October 2024 at the exact same mileage where no defects were recorded, suggesting a procedural or administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Across the entire documented history, the absence of any advisories or defects indicates consistent baseline roadworthiness, though the sheer volume of miles covered demands scrutiny of structural and mechanical fatigue. The mileage accumulation tells a distinct story of shifting usage patterns. Between the March 2022 test at 320,458 miles and the September 2023 test at 334,875 miles, the vehicle covered 14,417 miles, reflecting active commercial duty. However, the subsequent two years reveal a dramatic plateau; the van traveled just 174 miles between September 2023 and October 2024, and a mere 69 miles by the September 2025 test. This abrupt drop from high-intensity use to near-static standing raises concerns about the condition of components that deteriorate through inactivity rather than use. Given the 335,118-mile total and the recent period of prolonged inactivity, a physical inspection must focus on the ravages of standing and high-mileage wear. Examine the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion and binding, as stationary commercial vehicles frequently suffer from seized handbrakes and pad adhesion. Inspect all rubber suspension bushes, tyres, and drive belts for perishing and cracking, which accelerates when a vehicle sits stationary. Check the exhaust system and DPF for integrity, and assess the structural underside for corrosion that may have developed during its years of high-intensity work. Verify the condition of the fuel system and battery, as long periods of standing often lead to contaminated diesel and failed cranking cells.