2021 MAN TGE 3.180 2.0L Diesel · SB70 CXL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive brake care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 118,106 miles passed despite an advisory for front brake discs being pitted and scored. This follows a similar advisory in December 2024 and failures in February 2024, indicating that the previous owners only addressed braking components once they approached the MOT failure threshold rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage profile is high for a five-year-old van, averaging approximately 23,600 miles per year. Between February 2024 and December 2024, the vehicle covered 2,504 miles in just ten months, suggesting consistent long-distance use typical of a commercial fleet. This high annual mileage accelerates the wear on heavy-duty components. While the consistent usage suggests the engine has worked regularly, it also places significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and braking system, which are likely nearing the end of their primary service life. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the recurring reports of pitted discs and thin pads across both front and rear axles suggest poor attention to consumable wear. You should check for sticking calipers or binding pistons which often cause the uneven scoring noted in the records. Given the high mileage, the inspection should also extend to the suspension arms and shock absorbers for excessive play or perished rubber, as these components frequently degrade rapidly on high-mile utility vehicles of this age.