2004 Fiat Ducato 2.8L Diesel · GN04 AAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from minor electrical faults to structural degradation. The most recent test in February 2026 at 93,653 miles flagged corrosion-related defects on both the nearside and offside front coil springs. This represents a regression from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, indicating that age-related components are now beginning to fail despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old van, averaging approximately 4,257 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage data between March 2025 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered over 26,000 miles in just thirteen months. This sudden burst of activity follows years of very low use, which explains the 2025 advisory regarding a perishing nearside rear tyre at 67,611 miles. Rubber rot is often a symptom of vehicles sitting stationary for long periods rather than tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to determine the extent of the corrosion on the coil springs. Given that the tester noted corrosion on both sides, there is a high probability that the mounting points and shock absorbers also suffer from structural oxidation. The buyer should also check all tyres for sidewall cracking, as the previous 2025 record suggests the rubber compound is reaching the end of its functional life regardless of tread depth. The electrical issues from 2022 appear resolved, but the focus must now remain on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components.