2013 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · LS13 NHM

A chronic pattern of front suspension and brake wear advisories defines the mechanical narrative of this 2013 Peugeot Boxer, with the most recent test on 2025-09-10 recording a pass alongside four advisories that suggest ongoing chassis and friction component degradation. The near-side and off-side front suspension arms both show wear at their pins, bushes, or ball joints, with the off-side joint noted as having slight play. These advisories are mirrored in the 2024 test, indicating that the suspension deterioration is progressive rather than a one-off observation. A rear brake binding issue, described as not excessive, and a rear exhaust gas leak at the rearbox complete a picture of a vehicle that is passing its annual roadworthiness check but accumulating a steady list of components that are nearing the end of their service life. Although no advisories were recorded in the 2023 test, a dangerous failure at the 2022 examination for rear inner brake pads measuring less than 1.5 mm thick represents the most serious recorded defect and demonstrates that the braking system has previously been allowed to reach a critical state. With 209,908 miles recorded over approximately 13 years, the vehicle has averaged around 16,147 miles annually, which is high mileage for a panel van of this age and points to sustained commercial or heavy utility use. The consistent year-on-year testing history with no extended gaps suggests continuous operation rather than periods of storage, which means wear-related items such as suspension components, brake friction material, and exhaust mounting have been subjected to regular fatigue cycles. This mileage profile is consistent with a working vehicle, and the recurrence of advisories on the front suspension across consecutive tests is typical of a chassis that has absorbed many miles of load-bearing duty. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension should be the primary focus of any physical inspection and test drive. Listen for knocking or clonking noises from the front wheels when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and pay particular attention to clonking under braking, which would indicate that the worn suspension arm pins, bushes, or ball joint have developed excessive play since the advisory was raised. Check for uneven tyre wear on the inside edges, as this is consistent with the advisory noted on the 2025 test for the off-side front tyre, and inspect both front tyres for feathering or scuffing that would suggest the worn suspension components are affecting wheel alignment. A wandering or imprecise feeling through the steering wheel, particularly on motorways or when changing lanes, would further suggest that the suspension arms require replacement. The braking system warrants equally close attention given the dangerous pad failure in 2022 and the recurring binding advisory on both rear sides at the most recent test. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping from the rear wheels, and feel for any pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate a caliper that has progressed from slight binding to seizing. The 2023 advisory for a pitted and scored rear brake disc should be verified by checking the disc surfaces for a deep lip at the outer edge and for any pulsation through the brake pedal, as severely worn discs will cause judder under heavy braking. Finally, listen for any ticking or hissing from the exhaust at idle, particularly around the rearbox area, to gauge whether the minor gas leak flagged in 2025 has worsened, and check the rear wheel arches and underbody for any corrosion that could compromise structural integrity on a high-mileage commercial vehicle of this age.