2015 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · SD65 EKF

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-07-23 reveals a concerning deterioration in critical suspension and steering components, despite a clean history over the preceding three years. The testers identified a serious fluid leak from the nearside front shock absorber, alongside persistent issues with the offside front shock (light misting) and the offside front suspension arm ball joint (slight play), alongside confirmed play in the steering rack inner joint. This represents a marked decline from the 2024 and earlier tests, where no defects were recorded, suggesting either deferred maintenance or a failure to address underlying wear. The repeated mention of suspension and steering faults—particularly the steering rack—indicates a trend of progressive degradation that cannot be dismissed as isolated incidents. The recorded mileage of 54,782 miles over approximately 11 years suggests unusually light usage, averaging just under 5,000 miles annually. This pattern is notable for its consistency, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged gaps in service intervals between the 2022 and 2025 tests. While low mileage typically correlates with reduced wear on high-stress components, the suspension and steering failures here imply that the vehicle may have been subjected to uneven loading, rough surfaces, or prolonged static loading—common in storage or infrequent but heavy use. The lack of mileage variation also raises questions about whether the vehicle was regularly driven enough to detect early signs of wear before they escalated. A buyer should prioritise an immediate inspection of the front suspension assembly, with particular attention to the condition of the shock absorbers—both for residual fluid leaks and internal damage—and the integrity of the steering rack joints. The ball joint on the offside front suspension arm warrants close examination for corrosion or excessive wear, as does the steering rack itself for binding or internal seizure. Given the history of suspension faults, the coil springs and mounting bushes should also be checked for fatigue or misalignment. While the brakes and exhaust system appear to have passed without comment in recent tests, the 2025 failure highlights the need for thorough brake pad and disc inspection, especially if the vehicle has experienced uneven braking in the interim. Structural components, including the subframe and wheel arches, should be scrutinised for signs of corrosion or stress cracks, particularly if the vehicle has been stored in wet conditions.