2007 Fiat Ducato 2.8L Diesel · M33 RDW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent MOT history indicates a concerning decline in maintenance standards. While it passed its latest test in April 2026 at 60,966 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior at nearly identical mileage. That failure revealed significant deficiencies in both service and parking brake efficiency, suggesting that the braking system was neglected until the formal inspection. The transition from a clean record in previous years to recent failures indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old Ducato, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. The data shows consistent but minimal usage between 2023 and 2026, with the vehicle covering 12,130 miles in that three-year period. This low frequency of operation explains the high structural integrity but often leads to the degradation of rubber components that age without mechanical wear. The 2026 advisory regarding perishing and cracking rear sidewalls is a direct consequence of this, as the material dries out due to age rather than tread loss. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and the exhaust assembly. The tester flagged the exhaust skin starting to peel at the backbox, which is a precursor to structural corrosion that will eventually lead to a failure. Furthermore, the recent failure of brake efficiency necessitates a check for seized calipers or perished hydraulic lines, common in vehicles with long periods of standing. Given the low mileage, the tyres should be inspected for deep cracking in the sidewalls, as the current advisory indicates they are nearing structural failure regardless of remaining tread depth.