2016 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · BV66 AFF

The Fiat Ducato’s most recent MOT test on 2025-12-20 at 126,648 miles passed without defects, confirming current roadworthiness. However, the record reveals a pattern of repeated failures in December 2023 and 2024, both at around 115,568 and 120,923 miles respectively, despite subsequent retests passing. This suggests either a brief but critical issue resolved before the final inspection or a lack of thorough pre-MOT maintenance. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the last two successful tests implies no ongoing structural concerns, but the repeated failures at similar mileages warrant scrutiny of components prone to wear or neglect. The vehicle’s mileage progression indicates aggressive usage, averaging over 12,000 miles annually since 2023—a rate far above typical commercial or light-van averages for its age. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, but the dual failures in consecutive years (2023 and 2024) at nearly identical mileages (115,568 vs. 120,923) suggests either a recurring mechanical issue or rushed pre-test repairs. The most recent test, just five months old, aligns with the standard annual MOT cycle, but the earlier failures raise questions about whether critical components were overlooked or hastily addressed. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear axle and coil springs, given the repeated failures at similar mileages. Binding brakes or worn brake calipers were likely the cause of the 2023 and 2024 failures, so thorough checking of rear brake pads, discs, and hydraulic systems is essential. Corrosion around wheel arches, subframe mounts, and exhaust manifolds should also be examined, as high mileage increases vulnerability to structural fatigue. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not guarantee these areas are unaffected, so visual and functional assessment is critical.