Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 550 vehicles, the 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Maxus E Deliver 9 (2021)

550 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Maxus E Deliver 9

CarHunch analysed 550 real MOT records for the 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 MAXUS E DELIVER 9 is a solid performer, with an 85.9% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting this electric van is generally well-engineered and reliable. The dangerous defect rate of 4.9% is reassuringly low, so structural or safety issues are rare in this cohort.

These vans are running around 33,000 miles at a typical MOT test age, which is reasonable for a commercial vehicle, and the low failure rate of 0.28 per vehicle confirms they're holding up well mechanically. When advisories do crop up, they tend to be minor maintenance matters rather than urgent repairs—so budget for routine upkeep rather than surprise bills, and have any advisory items addressed promptly to keep the van in top condition.

The 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

90.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.28

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 26k–41k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 550 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 550 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,290 Maxus E Deliver 9 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 94.2%

3,098

Green 3.3%

110

Silver 1.2%

Multi-colour 0.5%

Black 0.4%

Blue 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

32,961

typical

25,768

low mileage

41,497

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9 vehicles fall between 25,768 and 41,497 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,768 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 25,768–41,497 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Maxus E Deliver 9s sit.

⚠ Over 56,020 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.28

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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