2007 Peugeot Boxer 2.2L Diesel · VN57 PMO

A recurring baseline of consumable component wear and intermittent minor defects defines the MOT history of this 2007 Peugeot Boxer, which secured a pass on December 3, 2024, at 113,058 miles. The test record reveals a stable pattern of compliance punctuated by familiar commercial vehicle maintenance items, including thinning brake pads, tyre degradation, and minor fluid leaks. While the vehicle has successfully navigated its annual inspections in recent years—following a single failure in August 2020 due to an ineffective wiper blade—the persistent advisories for consumable parts highlight a continuous requirement for component replacement rather than a completely trouble-free roadworthiness record. Accumulating 113,058 miles over its 19-year lifespan translates to an average of roughly 5,950 miles per year, a relatively low annual mileage for a commercial panel van of this age. This lower usage rate means the vehicle has spent less time operating under heavy loads than typical high-mileage counterparts, yet it introduces its own mechanical considerations regarding age-related degradation. Rubber components, seals, and structural elements can deteriorate from intermittent use or prolonged stationary periods, making a thorough inspection of underbody components and peripheral systems essential before purchase. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the specific items flagged across previous tests, starting with the engine oil leak noted in August 2020 and the rear brake pads flagged as wearing thin during the 2024 inspection. During the test drive, listen carefully for any metallic scraping or squealing from the rear axle indicating depleted friction material, and check the brake pedal feel for excessive travel or spongy feedback. Additionally, given the historical advisories for tyre cracking and perishing alongside edge wear, inspect the current tread depth, sidewall integrity, and manufacturing date codes on all four tyres to ensure they are free from dry rot and legal across the entire contact patch. Further scrutiny should be directed toward the lighting equipment, windscreen condition, and mirrors, given the minor defects and advisories recorded for inoperative registration plate lamps, discoloured side repeaters, and a damaged windscreen and non-obligatory mirror. Verify that all exterior bulbs, indicators, and wipers function correctly under operation. Finally, inspect the engine bay and underside for active oil leaks or weeping around the sump and gaskets, and ensure the vehicle tracks straight under braking without pulling to one side, which would suggest binding calipers or uneven pad wear.