2019 Mercedes-Benz Citan 1.5L Diesel · SC68 AEX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 at 298,904 miles with no recorded defects. This follows a period of clean passes following a single failure in early 2024. The transition from a failure to a clean pass suggests that any identified faults were addressed immediately, and the vehicle is currently being maintained to a functional operational standard despite the extreme demands placed on its components. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging over 42,000 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the van covered 49,581 miles, showing consistent heavy usage. The rate accelerated even further between January 2024 and February 2026, where 43,540 miles were recorded in just over fourteen months. This pattern indicates a vehicle used strictly for long-distance commercial or heavy fleet work, which accelerates the wear rate on drivetrain components, turbochargers, and suspension bushings. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and braking system. Given the nearly 300,000-mile exposure, the shock absorbers, control arms, and ball joints are likely nearing the end of their service life. The tester should also check for excessive thinning of brake discs and seized calipers, as high-frequency motorway use causes significant thermal stress. While the MOT record shows no structural corrosion currently, the chassis should be inspected for hidden rust around the mounting points and exhaust hangers, which often fail on high-mileage commercial vehicles exposed to road salt.