2022 Toyota Proace 2.0L Diesel · FV22 OBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worrying decline regarding mechanical and suspension components. While it passed its latest MOT on 17 June 2026 at 53,867 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior involving multiple significant defects. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to a series of failures in 2026 suggests the vehicle is reaching a stage where wear items require proactive attention. The Toyota Proace has covered 53,867 miles over approximately four years, averaging roughly 13,500 miles per annum. This usage is consistent with a commercial vehicle profile and explains the accelerated wear seen on consumable parts. The 13,336-mile gap between the June 2025 test and the June 2026 test confirms consistent high-mile use, which places significant strain on the drivetrain and suspension assembly as evidenced by the state of the brake discs and arm bushes noted in the most recent inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The June 2026 failure highlighted an excessively worn offside front inner suspension arm bush, and the subsequent pass noted pitted and scored front brake discs. You should also verify that the nearside rear brake disc flagged in the previous failure was actually replaced rather than merely ignored. The advisory regarding uneven wear on both front outer tyres further indicates a potential alignment issue or worn components that need immediate addressing to prevent further tyre degradation. The recorded nearside front lower oil leak remains on the record and requires close monitoring. Although the tester deemed it not excessive, the presence of a leak on a vehicle of this age suggests a beginning seal or gasket failure. Ensure the owner can provide evidence of recent repairs and that the offside registration plate lamp has been replaced to meet full compliance standards.