Used Vans for Sale in Scotland

This completely depends on what you need from your vehicle. If you do a lot of long-distance driving then diesel vans are a great option, whereas town driving lends itself better to petrol or electric vans.

Another consideration is the use of the van. Depending on your trade, different styles of van will be needed. If you have a team working with you, a crew bus style would be of benefit. If you have gear to take with you then something like a medium roof van would be better.

Shop smart and make a shortlist of what you need from your van.

Currently, new vans are slow to come to market. Turning to a used van for your next vehicle is a great way to find your van, buy it, and get to work quickly. This makes the used van market very popular.

We ensure we not only give you the best deal on your used van but make sure you get quality too. Our extensive used vehicle checks make sure you are getting the best van for your money.

Most vans are happily capable of reaching at least 150,000 in their lifetime. Often even 250,000, especially if they have been well looked after. Checking the service history of the used van can indicate how long the van could last for. Its not an exact science, but the better a used van has been looked after, the longer it should last on the road.

A few of the pros of buying a used van include:

• Holding their value better
• More options when buying
• Immediate availability
• Proven reliability
• Lower insurance costs
• Reduced registration costs

If any of these factors are at the top of your priority list, a used van is the practical way to go.

Most vans can exceed 150,000 miles in their lifetime. Especially if they have been well looked after. If you are prone to changing your vans regularly, 100,000 miles is not excessive. It will also give you more affordable options when it comes to choosing the van for you.

If you are looking to have a van for a longer period, consider a used van with lower mileage.

The basic checks when looking over a used van should be:

• Engine
• Bodywork
• Suspension
• Steering
• Brakes
• Tyres
• Lights
• Interior
• Documentation

Make sure all the moving parts are in working order and the perishables like tyres and brakes are not worn excessively. The interior wear and tear should be appropriate for its age and use.

By checking the service history, you get a good idea of how the previous owner treated the van. This can help you assess whether the condition of the van is worth the price its up for.