FIAT DUCATO2005 · 2.8L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass on 06 September 2025 with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears consistent, despite an anomalous failure on 28 August 2025 at 54,964 miles. Because that failure recorded no specific defects before the subsequent pass, it likely represents a clerical administrative error or a minor presentation issue that was rectified immediately before the retest rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Mileage data indicates remarkably low and consistent usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. Between September 2022 and August 2024, the vehicle covered 2,100 miles, averaging roughly 1,050 miles per annum. The usage remained steady through 2025, with only 744 miles recorded between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has been used sparingly for a 2005 Fiat Ducato, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite the lack of mechanical wear. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as older Ducato models are prone to corrosion that may not always manifest in standard MOT inspections. Given the low mileage, the buyer must check for signs of perished suspension bushes, cracked sidewalls, and seized calipers resulting from infrequent use. Verify the brake system for surface rust on the discs, as long periods of inactivity often lead to internal corrosion within the hydraulic lines and cylinders.