2004 Iveco Daily 2.3L Diesel · YK54 AFJ

The Iveco Daily passed its most recent MOT on 30 March 2026 at 87,050 miles with no defects recorded, leaving it roadworthy as of that test. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a recurring pattern of immediate pass-fail-repass cycles that warrants scrutiny rather than reassurance. The vehicle has covered just 87,050 miles in roughly 22 years, an average of under 4,000 miles per year, which is low for a 2004 commercial van. Between the March 2024 pass at 83,306 miles and the April 2025 failure at 83,385 miles, only 79 miles were added in over a year, indicating the van stood idle or saw minimal use. A further 3,665 miles accrued by the March 2026 tests. The sparse, clean advisory history gives little mechanical detail, but the two failed tests on 27 March 2026 and 1 April 2025 both list no defects, implying administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than faults rectified on the ramp. A buyer should physically verify why the van failed twice with zero recorded defects, as DVSA systems occasionally omit minor items or the failures stemmed from documentation, lighting, or identification checks unseen in the raw data. Given the low mileage and long static periods, inspect all suspension bushes, brake calipers for binding after standing, and tyre sidewall cracking from age rather than wear. Structural corrosion on chassis members and the exhaust system should be checked closely, as 22-year-old Iveco frames suffer from moisture trapped in box sections when left unused. The absence of advisories across five tests suggests either meticulous upkeep or superficial testing. Commission an independent pre-purchase inspection focusing on drivetrain oil condition, brake disc pitting from inactivity, and the integrity of rubber components before committing to purchase.