2021 Maxus Deliver 9 2.0L Diesel · ST21 AYC

The most recent MOT, conducted on 12 April 2024 at 68,479 miles, passed with zero defects, indicating the vehicle was fully roadworthy at that point. However, the preceding test on 30 March 2024, just thirteen days earlier at 68,476 miles, failed with a significant list of faults, revealing a pattern of neglected maintenance that was evidently corrected just before the clean pass. The trend is therefore sharply improving on paper, but the severity and volume of the March 2024 defects demand scrutiny of whether the repairs were properly executed or merely cosmetic fixes to secure a pass. The vehicle has covered approximately 68,479 miles over five years, averaging roughly 13,696 miles per year, which is high for a light commercial van of this age. The MOT record shows only two tests in 2024, both clustered within two weeks at an identical mileage, with no prior history provided to establish a longer-term wear trajectory. This sparse dataset makes it impossible to assess whether the faults developed rapidly or were long-standing issues finally addressed. The near-zero mileage change between the two 2024 tests suggests the vehicle may have been stationary or used minimally during that period, with the faults likely accumulating from lack of use rather than high mileage alone. The March 2024 failure flagged critical safety and structural concerns. Both front tyres had exposed ply or cords, with penetrating punctures, while rear brake discs were worn and pitted and parking brake efficiency fell below the required threshold. A missing front seat belt buckle for the middle seat is a serious safety defect. These are not minor consumables; they indicate the vehicle was operated in an unroadworthy condition. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the front tyre sidewall condition, verify the seat belt buckle mechanism, and have a technician measure rear brake disc thickness and parking brake performance. The oil leak noted as non-excessive should also be traced to its source, as even minor leaks can escalate on a vehicle seeing this level of annual use. Beyond the flagged items, the high annual mileage places elevated stress on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain mounts. The nearside rear fog lamp lens defect and inoperative rear registration plate lamp suggest possible rear-end impact damage or water ingress, so the rear light clusters and surrounding bodywork should be inspected for cracks or poor sealing. Given the van's commercial duty cycle and the severity of the March 2024 defects, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on structural integrity, brake system health, and tyre condition is strongly recommended before committing to the purchase.