2013 Alexander/dennis Enviro 300 (ce) 6.7L Diesel · SN13 CLY

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 6 November 2025 recorded a PASS, although an advisory was issued for an illuminated engine malfunction indicator lamp, commonly referred to as the MIL or engine puffer light. Across the documented test history, the vehicle has consistently passed every inspection without any failure items being recorded. The advisory trend is sparse and relatively benign, with only two advisories in the recorded history, the first concerning an advertising panel on a rear emergency exit glazing and the second the engine warning lamp. Overall, the maintenance trend appears stable, with no evidence of worsening structural or mechanical issues over time, although the engine warning light advisory does warrant closer scrutiny. The vehicle is thirteen years old and has accumulated 385,946 miles, equating to an annual usage of roughly 29,688 miles per year, which is notably high for a vehicle of this age and suggests intensive commercial service. Mileage progression between recorded tests appears steady rather than erratic, with no significant gaps implying long periods of standing. Such intensive usage will accelerate wear on consumables, braking components, suspension assemblies, drivetrain elements, and exhaust after-treatment systems. The absence of recorded brake, tyre, or corrosion advisories over such high mileage is unusual and merits verification that any items previously replaced were serviced outside of the MOT scope or that the advisories were simply not captured in the record presented. Regarding the engine MIL advisory, this indicates that the engine management system has logged a fault code, which could relate to anything from a minor sensor anomaly to a more significant emissions or drivetrain concern. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for irregular idling, misfires, hesitation under load, or any unusual exhaust smoke. It would be prudent to have the fault codes read with a diagnostic tool and to confirm whether the underlying issue has been rectified since the advisory was raised. Additionally, the rear emergency exit advisory is largely a bodywork and glazing concern rather than a mechanical fault, but a close inspection of the surrounding seals, hinges, and structural integrity of the emergency exit is advisable to ensure continued compliance with passenger safety regulations. Beyond the recorded advisories, the high mileage demands a thorough physical inspection of the major mechanical assemblies. Brake discs and pads should be examined for wear, as high annual mileage typically necessitates frequent replacement, and any evidence of brake shudder or pulling under braking would suggest disc warping or caliper binding. Suspension components, including coil springs, dampers, bushes, and anti-roll bar links, should be checked for signs of wear or deterioration, with attention to any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces during a road test. Tyres should be inspected not only for tread depth but also for uneven wear patterns indicative of alignment or suspension issues, and for sidewall cracking or perishing given the vehicle's age. Given that the MOT history shows no advisories relating to tyres or brakes despite the mileage, confirmation of recent replacement through invoices or service records would be reassuring. Finally, time-based servicing of fluids, including engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid, should be verified, as these degrade with calendar age regardless of mileage, and the condition of the 12V battery and charging system should be assessed given the vehicle's age.