2011 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · N66 DCG

This 2011 Fiat Ducato presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 27 September 2025 at 37,450 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle has moved from a period of minor advisories in 2023 back to consecutive clean certificates, suggesting recent attention to basic upkeep. No recurring mechanical or structural failures have persisted across consecutive tests, which is a positive indicator of consistent care rather than neglect. The recorded mileage of 37,450 miles over approximately fifteen years equates to roughly 2,500 miles per year, well below the UK average. The annual mileage accumulation has remained remarkably consistent, stepping from 28,883 miles in May 2022 to 37,450 miles by September 2025, showing no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps. This low annual usage implies long periods of standing, which can introduce its own risks such as perished rubber brake hoses, deteriorated tyre sidewalls, and corroded brake components from lack of regular heat cycling and use. The 2023 tests flagged an offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint with slight play and non-functioning stop lamps, while the June 2023 test also noted an oil leak described as not excessive. These advisories have not reappeared in subsequent tests, indicating they were likely addressed. A prospective buyer should still inspect the rear suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links for wear, as these components on commercial vehicles can deteriorate with age regardless of mileage. The intermittent oil leak noted in 2023 warrants a close visual check of the engine and gearbox for fresh seepage, particularly around the rocker cover and sump area. Given the low mileage and long periods of inattention between uses, a thorough underbody inspection for structural corrosion is advisable, especially on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points. Brake discs and pads should be examined for surface corrosion and uneven wear, as light use can cause glazing and pitting rather than the even wear seen on higher-mileage vehicles. Tyre age should be checked via DOT codes, as rubber degrades with time even when tread depth remains legal.