Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer has found one vehicle that could still be sold despite having “millions of miles” behind it.
Standard petrol and diesel cars are likely to last around 200,000 miles, with some capable of up to 300,000 if they have been well maintained.
Models are likely to depreciate around the 60,000 mile mark with owners likely to secure lower fees the higher the mileage.
However, Mike has admitted there is one type of vehicle on UK roads which can still command a price tag – despite “millions” of miles on the odometer.
HGVs such as lorries and trucks can have long lifespans and are built to last longer than road vehicles.
Mike admitted being blown away when he was told by servicing experts that some HGVs can last several million miles in top condition.
Speaking in a video uploaded to social media site X, he said: “These HGVs as well. It’s quite funny because I spoke to a company about servicing on HGVs and I said ‘’what’s the highest mileage you see?’
“And he said ‘oh you regularly see three or four million miles’. I’m thinking how do you sell these? If that was to go through the auction ’66 plate DAF truck, it’s done 1,450,000 miles.
“It can have millions of miles. You wouldn’t know off the top of your head but they potentially could have millions of miles on easily. They sell them with millions of miles on, incredible.”
Previous analysis has claimed HGVs would travel around 108,000 miles per year.
Other estimates have placed the figure at around 125,000 miles per year which equates to a staggering 2,500 miles every week.
HGVs tend to last a lot longer on the road than cars due to strict maintenance to keep the vehicles in top shape.
Strict regulations in the HGV sector, regular and rigorous maintenance and advanced technology on newer models all play a role.
According to GOV.UK, British rules state that motorists must pass a stricter driving test to get behind the wheel of an HGV.
Road users must ensure they have a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) which can be obtained through the DVSA.
