2018 Peugeot Boxer 2.0L Diesel · NX18 AUE

The most recent MOT test on 2024-05-24 confirms the vehicle passed without defects, though the preceding day’s identical mileage result was a failure—an anomaly that suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a last-minute pre-test correction. The overall trend remains stable, with no recurring mechanical faults recorded across five tests spanning nearly four years. However, the repeated failures at identical mileages in May 2023 and May 2024 warrant scrutiny, particularly if the same issues were not documented in the official report. The vehicle’s last test occurred just over two years ago, which is acceptable but not ideal given its age and mileage. The recorded mileage of 156,701 miles over eight years equates to approximately 19,600 miles annually, a rate significantly higher than average for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either consistent heavy use or prolonged periods of inactivity followed by rapid mileage accumulation. The largest gap between tests is between February 2022 (96,893 miles) and May 2023 (118,030 miles), a 22,000-mile span covered in just over a year—nearly double the usual annual average. Such variability could indicate inconsistent maintenance intervals, which may have allowed minor issues to develop undetected. Given the lack of recorded defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components prone to wear at this mileage: the suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly in the rear where binding or uneven wear is common. The brakes, though not flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven disc thickness or glazed calipers, as repeated failures at identical mileages might imply a recurring but undocumented issue. Structural integrity is also critical—examine the underbody for corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, especially given the high mileage. Finally, verify the exhaust emissions system, as unrecorded faults in this area are often overlooked until they fail an MOT.