2017 Peugeot Expert 2.0L Diesel · FN67 HSC

A clean and consistent record of MOT roadworthiness defines this 2017 Peugeot Expert, with no advisories or component failures recorded across any of the documented tests between 2023 and 2025. The vehicle most recently passed an MOT on 14 May 2025 with no defects identified, continuing a pattern established at the July 2023 test. The duplicate entry on 13 May 2025, recorded as a fail with no defects, followed by a pass the next day, points almost certainly to a procedural or retest situation rather than a mechanical concern, as no components or systems were flagged on either occasion. Overall, the trend is one of stable compliance, with no recurring advisories relating to suspension, braking, corrosion, or emissions to suggest developing wear. With 67,349 miles accumulated over roughly nine years of service, this Expert has covered approximately 7,483 miles annually, a rate that is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and class. There are no extended gaps between recorded tests that would indicate long periods off the road, and the consistent presence of an annual test from 2023 onwards suggests steady operational use rather than irregular deployment. For a commercial vehicle of this type, this mileage profile points to moderate but regular wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch components, without the heavy-duty accumulation that would typically accelerate suspension or drivetrain fatigue. The absence of any mileage-related advisories on the record reinforces the impression that wear items have been replaced in a timely fashion. Given that the DVSA record carries no flagged components, a prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the areas most likely to show age-related deterioration on a panel van of this vintage and mileage. Pay particular attention to the rear suspension leaf springs, bushes, and dampers, listening for any clonks or excessive bouncing over uneven road surfaces, as these items are commonly overlooked until they fail an MOT. On the test drive, test the brake pedal for any sponginess, pulling to one side under firm application, or vibration through the steering wheel, which could indicate worn discs or binding calipers not yet at advisory threshold. Underneath the vehicle, inspect the front subframe, brake pipes, and suspension arms for any surface corrosion or weeping fluid, particularly given the commercial use pattern which often involves kerb contact and high load cycles. Check the exhaust system for blowing joints or signs of deterioration at the mounting rubbers, and verify that the clutch engages smoothly without slipping under load. Finally, confirm that all dashboard warning lamps extinguish promptly after start-up, that the emissions system shows no visible smoke on overrun, and that the steering remains free of excessive play or knocking, ensuring that the clean paper record translates into genuine mechanical condition.