2021 Maxus Deliver 9 2.0L Diesel · NV21 OTT

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing signs of recent mechanical deterioration despite a clean record in 2025. The most recent test on 16 April 2026 at 57,495 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a worn offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and insufficient parking brake efficiency. While the vehicle passed following repairs, the tester flagged a central rear oil leak and defective lighting components as advisories. This indicates a shift from the stable condition seen in previous years toward emerging mechanical and sealing issues. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical commercial use for a five-year-old vehicle. The record shows a steady increase from 43,784 miles in April 2024 to 52,075 miles in April 2025, and finally 57,495 miles in April 2026. This averages roughly 8,000 to 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with the overall vehicle age and suggests regular operational use rather than long periods of inactivity. The continuity of the annual testing provides a reliable data set for assessing wear patterns. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the suspension and braking systems. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint failed in both April 2024 and April 2026, suggesting that while the specific part was replaced, the surrounding suspension components may be nearing the end of their service life. The parking brake efficiency issue noted in 2024 warrants a check of the brake shoes or pads and the mechanical linkage to ensure the fault has been fully rectified and is not a recurring symptom of wider system wear. The advisory regarding a central rear oil leak requires close scrutiny. Although the tester noted the leak was not excessive, any oil seepage in a commercial vehicle can indicate failing seals or gaskets that may worsen with continued mileage. Inspecting the engine bay and the underside of the chassis for fresh oil residue is essential to determine if this is a minor weep or a developing fault that requires immediate attention. Finally, verify that the side repeater lens and registration plate lamp have been replaced with correct, non-defective units.