2015 Peugeot Boxer 435 L4H2 HDI 2.2L Heavy oil · YFZ 3010

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2015 Peugeot Boxer 435 L4H2 HDi, conducted on 31 May 2023, resulted in a PASS with no advisories or defects recorded, which is the most favourable outcome possible for a roadworthiness assessment. Looking at the broader test history, the vehicle has demonstrated a broadly stable and reassuring maintenance trend, passing on four consecutive annual tests from 2018 through 2022 with no recorded defects, before the brief anomaly of a 29 May 2023 failure that was rectified with a same-encounter pass just two days later. The fact that the failed test left no recorded advisories or category entries means the specific reason for refusal was either rectified on site or did not fall within standard defect categorisation, but the immediate successful retest confirms the vehicle was brought back to a roadworthy standard quickly. For a commercial vehicle of this age entering its twelfth year, a clean advisory record is a positive indicator that the previous keeper addressed maintenance proactively. With 95,112 miles recorded against an age of around eleven years, this Boxer is accumulating mileage at approximately 8,647 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a working L4H2 panel van of this class, particularly one that may have seen a mix of urban delivery and light commercial duties. This usage profile sits comfortably in the expected wear band for HDi diesel drivetrains, meaning components such as the dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, clutch, EGR valve, and diesel particulate filter are likely to have experienced moderate rather than extreme stress. The relatively consistent annual accumulation suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for prolonged periods, which is generally beneficial for preventing the corrosion and fluid degradation issues that plague stored commercial vehicles, though it does mean higher-mileage consumables such as brakes, tyres, and suspension components will have seen corresponding wear. Given that the MOT history is largely clean and free of recurring advisories, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on age-and-mileage-appropriate wear items that would not necessarily be flagged at test but are critical on a vehicle now entering its twelfth year. On a test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocking from the front, particularly over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as Peugeot Boxer front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and bottom arm rear bushings are known wear items that can deteriorate silently on smooth roads but become audibly apparent on poorer surfaces. Check for uneven or feathered tyre wear across both axles, which can indicate tracking misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or binding brake caliper issues, and inspect the tyre sidewalls closely for any signs of cracking or perishing from the eleven years of rubber ageing, regardless of remaining tread. Verify the production date of the tyres themselves, as anything older than five or six years should be regarded with caution even if legal. Examine the brake discs on both axles for any lipping, scoring, or visible corrosion pitting around the outer edges, and confirm that the calipers are releasing cleanly without any tendency to bind. In addition to the mechanical checks, several time-based service items warrant verification before purchase. Confirm that the timing belt and water pump have been replaced in line with Peugeot's recommended interval for the 2.2 HDi engine, which is typically every ten years or 100,000 miles, meaning this vehicle is now due or overdue for this critical and costly intervention. Inspect the engine bay and undertray for signs of oil weeping from the sump, cam cover, or turbo feed pipes, and check the coolant level and condition for any signs of degradation or mixing. Verify the age and state of the 12V battery, as a battery older than five years may struggle through a Cornish or Scottish winter or extended idling periods. Request evidence of regular oil and filter changes at appropriate diesel intervals, ideally with service book stamps or invoiced history, and confirm that the diesel particulate filter has been regularly regenerated, which typically requires sustained motorway running rather than purely short urban trips. Finally, check for any corrosion around the rear cross member, floor pan, and suspension mounting points, as commercial vehicles used in winter conditions or coastal areas can develop structural surface corrosion that, while not always an MOT failure, can be expensive to remediate and is worth factoring into any offer.