2015 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · PX15 ACF

The most recent MOT, conducted on 21 January 2026, resulted in a full pass with no recorded defects, mirroring the clean outcomes of the three preceding tests in 2025, 2024 and 2022. This uninterrupted sequence of passes indicates a consistently stable maintenance regime, with no emerging faults or deteriorating components evident from the official DVSA inspections. The absence of any advisory notes suggests that any routine servicing required by the manufacturer has been kept up to date, or at least that any lapses have not yet manifested as safety‑critical issues. At 18 525 miles recorded for a vehicle first registered in 2015, the Boxer averages roughly 1 700 miles per year – a markedly low utilisation rate for a light commercial vehicle of its class. Such limited mileage often points to periods of infrequent use or extended storage, rather than heavy, continuous duty. While low mileage can be advantageous in terms of reduced wear on engine and transmission components, it also raises the possibility of age‑related degradation in parts that are more dependent on calendar life than on distance, such as rubber seals, tyres, and battery cells. Prospective owners should therefore weigh the benefits of low wear against the risks of components that may have deteriorated simply with time. Given the clean MOT history and the vehicle’s low annual mileage, the buyer’s inspection should focus on age‑related checks. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry‑rot or hardening, and verify that tread depth remains within legal limits; even low‑mileage tyres can perish if they have been stored for long periods. Assess the 12‑volt battery by checking voltage at rest and under load, and look for any signs of sulfation or terminal corrosion, as batteries left idle for years often lose capacity. Inspect the brake discs and pads for surface rust, uneven wear or any binding of the calipers, especially after the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods; a test‑drive should reveal any pulsation or shudder when applying the brakes. Finally, review the condition of the suspension bushings, coil springs and mounting points for any cracking, corrosion or loss of compliance, as rubber components can harden and become brittle with age even without high mileage. Verify that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – are topped up and free of contaminants, and consider a full fluid change if the service history does not document calendar‑based replacements (brake fluid typically requires renewal every two years). A thorough visual inspection of the under‑carriage for rust, especially around the chassis rails and exhaust hangers, will help confirm that the vehicle has not suffered hidden corrosion during any prolonged storage. Ensuring that the service book contains regular entries will further corroborate that the Boxer has been maintained in line with Peugeot’s recommendations.