FIAT DOBLO CARGO2006 · 1.2L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass in February 2024. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. The failure in February 2024 at 188,473 miles highlighted a lapse in basic inspections, involving a split CV boot, incorrect headlamp aim, and insufficient service brake efficiency. While these issues were rectified within two days, the record suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by a test failure. At 188,479 miles, the Doblo has averaged approximately 9,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a commercial vehicle of this age. The mileage progression appears consistent, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between the January 2023 and February 2024 tests. There is no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation that would suggest sudden drivetrain strain, but the high total mileage on a twenty-year-old Fiat means that components like the engine mounts and suspension bushings are likely nearing the end of their natural service life cycles. A buyer must personally inspect the offside front drive area to ensure the replacement CV boot is properly seated and free of grease leakage, as the previous failure indicated an ingress of contaminants. The brake efficiency failure in early 2024 warrants a thorough check of the calipers for seized pistons or thin discs that may have caused the low rating. Given the damaged engine mount noted in 2023, the buyer should also check for excessive engine vibration at idle and inspect the underbody for structural corrosion on the sills and rear wheel arches, which are common failure points for this model that are not always captured in the MOT history.