2018 Peugeot Boxer 2.0L Diesel · FN18 CCF

This 2018 Peugeot Boxer presents a confusing MOT history that warrants careful scrutiny from any prospective buyer. Across the documented test record spanning from March 2024 through April 2026, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes on an almost annual basis, with failures recorded in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Each time the vehicle has been retested within days of the initial failure, suggesting that the issues causing each non-compliance were repaired promptly and the vehicle subsequently met the required standards. However, the recurring need for remedial work before each certificate could be issued indicates persistent underlying wear or deterioration that a buyer should investigate rather than dismiss. The most recent test on 2026-04-07 resulted in a failure, and notably, no advisory or defect details were captured in the supplied record for any of these tests, which limits the ability to pinpoint specific components requiring attention. With recorded mileage of 41,954 miles over an eight-year span, this Boxer has accumulated an average of roughly 5,244 miles annually, which is modest for a commercial vehicle of this type. Such low annual usage in a working van can stem from light commercial duties, seasonal operation, or extended periods of standing off the road. Mechanically, low-mileage commercial vehicles often present distinct concerns, including potential deterioration of brake components from infrequent use, corrosion on underbody and suspension parts from moisture accumulation during idle periods, and ageing of rubber seals, bushes, and flexible hoses that degrade with time regardless of mileage covered. The absence of detailed defect information across the tests means the buyer cannot verify whether corrosion or component wear has been formally assessed during recent examinations. A pre-purchase inspection should place particular emphasis on the braking system, as commercial vehicles of this size and age commonly develop seized caliper slide pins, corroded brake discs with lipping, and binding handbrake mechanisms following extended standing periods. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any scraping or grinding from the front wheels during low-speed manoeuvres, feel for pulling to either side under braking, and verify that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline without excessive travel. The pedal should feel firm rather than spongy, and any pulsation through the steering wheel when stopping would suggest warped front discs requiring replacement. The suspension and underbody should also receive close attention given the low usage profile, as vans used for light duties may still suffer corrosion to subframe mounting points, rear leaf spring hangers, and anti-roll bar linkages, particularly given the typical operating environment of a commercial Peugeot Boxer. On the road, listen for clonking noises over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which may indicate worn suspension bushes or top mount bearings. Steering wander, uneven tyre wear across the axle, or a knocking sensation when turning would all warrant further investigation by a specialist. Given the repeated failure pattern and the absence of recorded defect details, any prospective buyer would be well advised to commission an independent commercial vehicle inspection before purchase to identify the specific issues that have repeatedly brought this Boxer close to failing its roadworthiness test.