2021 Maxus Deliver 9 2.0L Diesel · GY71 OZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While it passed its latest test on 2 December 2025 at 114,966 miles, this followed a significant failure just three miles prior. This indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when forced by the MOT testing process. The trend is unstable, as the vehicle frequently presents multiple critical failures involving braking, suspension, and electronics that should have been identified during routine service intervals. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a five-year-old van, averaging approximately 23,000 miles per year. Between the November 2024 test at 110,692 miles and the December 2025 test at 114,966 miles, the vehicle covered over 4,200 miles in thirteen months. This suggests heavy commercial or long-distance motorway use. Such high annual mileage typically accelerates the wear on suspension components, drivetrain joints, and braking systems, which is reflected in the recent mechanical failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-end assembly and drivetrain. The 2025 failure flagged an offside front wheel bearing with excessive play and a split nearside front CV boot; you must verify these were replaced correctly and that no secondary damage occurred to the hub or gearbox. Furthermore, the nearside rear parking brake effort was exactly at the legal limit of 16%, suggesting the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life and may require attention soon. The record of an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) in December 2025 is a major concern, as it suggests the electronics were tampered with or are masking engine management faults. Given the history of failed headlamps and stop lamps in late 2024, the electrical system appears poorly maintained. A professional diagnostic scan is essential to ensure there are no hidden fault codes that the MOT tester did not detect.