2023 MAN Unknown 12.4L Heavy oil · UJZ 60

The vehicle presents an exemplary first-time pass rate, establishing a highly stable roadworthiness trend. In the most recent MOT on 23 October 2025, the vehicle passed with zero defects or advisories recorded. This clean sheet follows a matching first-time pass on 29 October 2024, which also recorded no defects. This clean history indicates that the operator has maintained a rigorous, preventative servicing regime to keep the vehicle in roadworthy condition. Despite the flawless testing history, the mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a vehicle registered in 2023. Amassing 143,381 miles in approximately three years equates to an intensive operational cycle of roughly 47,794 miles per year. This rapid mileage accumulation indicates heavy, continuous commercial use, likely on long-distance motorway routes. While the lack of MOT failures suggests the vehicle was not neglected, such high mileage inevitably accelerates the wear cycle of major mechanical assemblies. Prospective buyers must look beyond the clean DVSA record and conduct a rigorous physical inspection of high-wear components. At over 140,000 miles, the suspension bushes, dampers, and coil springs are prime candidates for fatigue. The steering rack and wheel bearings require close scrutiny for play or roughness. A physical inspection should also focus on the braking system, checking the thickness of the brake discs and looking for binding calipers or uneven pad wear that might not have been severe enough to fail the October 2025 test. The drivetrain demands equal scrutiny. Buyers should check the engine and gearbox for oil leaks, assess the clutch engagement, and listen for differential whine. The exhaust system and emissions control equipment, including the diesel particulate filter, must be verified as fully functional, as high-mileage commercial operations can soot up these components. A documented service history showing regular oil changes and gearbox fluid flushes is essential to validate that the internal components have survived this intense duty cycle.