2011 FIAT DOBLO1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but exhibits a concerning trend of progressive corrosion and mechanical wear. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 69,006 miles, this followed a failure just two miles prior due to excessively binding rear brakes. The transition from a failure to a pass indicates the owner addressed the immediate braking issues, but the persistence of multiple advisories regarding suspension, brake lines, and structural components suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of significant age-related degradation. At 69,006 miles, this 15-year-old Fiat has exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data shows very little movement between November 2023 and November 2025, with only about 800 miles covered over two years. This low usage often correlates with the specific faults seen in the record, as de-rated components like brake calipers and suspension arms are prone to seizing and surface corrosion when the vehicle sits stationary for long periods rather than being regularly cleaned through high-mileage use. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the nearside adapted floor box section and the rear suspension arms, which have been flagged for corrosion since 2023. The recurring reports of corroded rear coil springs and rust on both front and rear brake hose ferrules indicate the underbody is subject to significant environmental damage. Furthermore, the damaged offside brake cable casing and the history of binding rear brakes suggest the entire braking system requires a professional inspection beyond basic MOT attention to prevent future failure of the components.