2015 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · OV65 OTB

A 2015 Peugeot Boxer returning at 164,131 miles and only flagging one outright advisory alongside a couple of cosmetic items at its 2026 test represents a respectable working-van record, though the rear parking brake efficiency notice is worth highlighting as it suggests the rear drum or caliper mechanism is beginning to drift out of effective adjustment. The intervening tests in 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025 were either completely clean or contained only minor items, indicating the structural, suspension, braking and emissions integrity has been broadly maintained across roughly 14,921 miles per year of accumulated use. The body security advisory on both front wings and bumper is a low-severity observation rather than a structural failure, but on a Boxer of this age and mileage the front wings are a known corrosion starting point, so a close visual check around the headlamp mounts, inner wing seams and wheel arch lips is worthwhile. The mileage profile paints this as a hard-working commercial vehicle rather than a leisure-used van, with a steady accumulation that places considerable demand on every consumable and mechanical component. There is a noticeable gap between the 2021-11-01 test and the 2024-01-27 test, suggesting the Boxer was either not driven on the public road or the MOT was not sought for that interval, while the consistent year-on-year returns from 2023 onwards indicate it is presently in active service. At this kind of annual mileage, clutch wear, dual-mass flywheel fatigue, turbocharger bearing slung oil, and timing belt/idler degradation on the diesel engine are all realistic concerns, even though none of these internal items are visible on an MOT certificate and so cannot be judged from the record alone. For a prospective buyer, the specific advisories point attention squarely at the rear braking system and the rear suspension. The 2026 advisory on parking brake efficiency and the earlier 2021 advisory on a rear damper with reduced damping effect mean a test drive should focus on whether the handbrake holds the van on a slope without excessive lever travel, and whether the rear end feels floaty, bouncy or wallowy over undulations, with any clonks or bottoming-out suggesting the dampers or coil springs have further degraded. Lift the vehicle if possible to check for binding rear caliper pistons, seized handbrake cables running through the underbody, and any brake pipe corrosion along the chassis rails, as Boxer chassis rails are particularly prone to surface rust that can progress. On the road, listen for clonks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces which could indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links or top mount bearings, and check for any pulling under braking that might point to uneven pad wear or a sticking caliper given the recent parking brake concern. Beyond the flagged items, the high recorded mileage makes it prudent to verify the timing belt or cam belt replacement interval has been observed on schedule, as neglected timing components are a common cause of catastrophic engine failure on Boxer diesel engines. Inspect the engine bay for oil leaks around the camshaft cover, oil filter housing and turbocharger oil feed, and note any excessive blue or white exhaust smoke on start-up that could indicate turbo wear or piston ring issues. Examine the underside for any fluid weeping from the gearbox, differential or steering rack, and confirm the clutch has a reasonably positive bite point with no slipping under load, as clutch slip is a frequent expense on high-mileage commercial vans. Finally, confirm that the front wing and bumper damage noted at the last MOT has not progressed into sharper edges that could contravene regulations, and check that the deteriorated number plates have not deteriorated further to the point of illegibility, which would itself become a failure item at the next test.