1997 FIAT MOTOR CARAVAN2.5L Diesel

The Fiat motor caravan shows a stable roadworthiness trend with no defects recorded across its five most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 22 October 2021 at 122,447 miles returned a pass, though the DVSA log also lists a failure on the same date and mileage with no defects cited, a likely administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. No advisories appear in any entry from 2018 to 2021, indicating the tester found no worn suspension bushes, corroded structure, or failing brake components at each inspection. The recorded mileage reflects light use for a 29 year old vehicle. In April 2018 the odometer read 112,051 miles. By May 2019 it showed 118,411, then 122,082 in November 2020 and 122,447 in October 2021. That equates to roughly 4,200 miles per year, with only 365 miles added across the final twelve months before the last test. The clean record gives little detail on consumable wear, but the low annual figure suggests long stationary periods that can degrade tyres, seals, and brake calipers through disuse. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the body. The MOT history flags no corrosion or structural issues, yet a 1997 coachbuilt Fiat is prone to chassis rust near the outriggers and subframe after decades of weather exposure. Check the brake discs and calipers for binding after the long low mileage layup, and verify the exhaust emissions remain within limits given the aged 2.5 litre diesel unit. Given the sparse but clean test data, treat the van as mechanically sound on paper with no recurring fault trend. Prior owners clearly presented it for annual testing without outstanding advisories, implying basic upkeep was maintained. Confirm the true standing condition and any undocumented repairs before purchase, as the record ends nearly five years before today's date.