2016 Nissan Cabstar 2.5L Diesel · WH65 CTF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward mechanical wear. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 117,440 miles, the tester identified multiple advisories that were absent in previous years. This transition indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where components such as suspension and brakes require proactive attention, moving away from the relatively clean period seen in 2025. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per annum. There was a significant usage spike of 15,447 miles recorded between February 2025 and March 2026, compared to the much smaller gap of 1,799 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This increase in workload likely explains the sudden appearance of wear-related advisories such as the thinning brake discs and play in the suspension components noted in the latest MOT record. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front-end suspension and braking system. The recent test flagged an offside front suspension arm ball joint with play and a nearside front wheel bearing described as noisy. These issues suggest the steering geometry is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the rear brake discs are showing wear on both sides, and the offside rear tyre is approaching the legal limit, indicating that immediate expenditure on consumables will be necessary to maintain safety standards. The history also reveals a past ABS fault in 2023 that required rectification to allow a pass. A buyer should verify that the ABS warning lamp remains off during a test drive to ensure the repair was permanent. Given the age and mileage of this Nissan Cabstar, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis members is also essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly confirm structural integrity beyond the recent passes.