2014 Iveco Daily 2.3L Diesel · RO63 WLE

The most recent MOT on 28 February 2026 was a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the immediate safety‑critical items were in order at the time of testing. Over the last six years the vehicle has shown a mixed pattern: a major failure in December 2022 involving several exterior lamps, a serious suspension failure in December 2024 with damaged anti‑roll‑bar linkages and a non‑functioning headlamp, followed by a series of advisory items and a subsequent pass. The latest pass suggests that the major faults have been rectified, but the recurrence of anti‑roll‑bar wear and tyre edge wear points to a maintenance trend that is stabilising rather than improving, and the vehicle will benefit from close monitoring of those components. At 90,390 miles the Daily averages roughly 7,500 miles per annum, well below the typical 12‑15 k mi per year for a commercial van of its age. The relatively low annual usage implies periods of limited operation or prolonged storage, which can be as detrimental as high mileage in terms of corrosion, fluid degradation and rubber ageing. The modest mileage reduces the immediate wear on engine and transmission internals, yet the light use may have allowed rust to develop on chassis brackets, suspension bushes and brake components, especially if the vehicle has been idle for extended periods. When you inspect the vehicle, give particular attention to the rear anti‑roll‑bar linkages and their bushings on both sides. Look for any play when the rear is rocked side‑to‑side, listen for clunking noises over uneven surfaces, and verify that the bushings are not cracked, corroded or excessively worn. The headlamp on the off‑side should be tested for both dipped and main beam operation, and all exterior lamps – position, outline and registration – must illuminate correctly, as lamp failures have featured repeatedly. Examine the tyre tread depth and sidewall condition; the advisories in late 2024 highlighted edge wear on the nearside rear and front and the off‑side front, which can be a sign of mis‑alignment, uneven loading or ageing rubber. Check the front inner brake pads for remaining thickness and inspect the discs for surface scoring or rust, especially if the vehicle has sat idle, as low pad wear combined with possible disc corrosion can lead to reduced braking efficiency or shudder under heavy braking. Given the vehicle’s age, verify the condition of the 12‑volt battery, the age of the coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil, and confirm that they have been changed at appropriate intervals – typically every two to three years for fluids and every four to five years for the battery. Inspect the chassis and under‑body for any signs of rust, particularly around wheel arches, suspension mounting points and the anti‑roll‑bar brackets, as prolonged standing can accelerate corrosion. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry‑rot, which can occur even on low‑mileage tyres after ten years. Finally, request a full service book and any receipts for recent suspension, brake or lamp replacements to ensure that the corrective work following the 2024 failure has been carried out to a proper standard before committing to purchase.