2017 Mercedes-Benz Citan 1.5L Diesel · NK67 PFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 51,903 miles passed with no defects, indicating a temporary improvement following several failures in late 2024. However, the trend shows a recurring failure to address basic lighting and glass issues before the annual inspection, suggesting the previous owner only rectified mechanical faults when necessitated by a failed test result. At nine years old, the recorded mileage of 51,903 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, with only 6,963 miles covered between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension, it can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods, which may explain the intermittent issues with bulbs and electrical components noted throughout the testing intervals. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system in person. The December 2024 failure noted imbalanced brakes across the front axle, and the 2020 failure showed both inner pads worn below the 1.5mm legal limit. These entries suggest a tendency to run brake components until they reach a critical point of failure. Additionally, the persistent history of windscreen chips and cracks from 2020 through 2024 requires a close inspection of the glass to ensure no structural fractures have developed across the driver's field of vision. Verification of all exterior lighting wiring is also warranted, as the record shows multiple stop stop lamp and headlamp failures over several years.