2013 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · A5 RVU

The 2013 Fiat Ducato presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a pass on 1 August 2025 at 34,420 miles. The tester flagged a windscreen chip that does not impair the driver's vision, a minor cosmetic issue rather than a structural risk. No recurring defects appear in the record, and the maintenance trend remains stable. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old commercial vehicle. Between 23 September 2021 at 22,173 miles and 1 August 2025 at 34,420 miles, the vehicle covered just 12,247 miles, averaging roughly 2,648 miles annually. This sporadic usage suggests long periods of standing, a pattern that can lead to flat-spotted tyres, surface corrosion on brake discs, and seized components. The mileage accumulation between 2024 and 2025 shows a slight uptick, with 3,032 miles covered in that twelve-month window, compared to the 2,017 miles covered in the preceding year. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must inspect the chassis and undercarriage for corrosion, a common issue on older commercial vehicles that experience prolonged static periods. Check the condition of the brake discs and calipers for surface rust, which often develops when a van stands idle. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and flat-spotting caused by the vehicle remaining stationary for extended durations. The windscreen chip documented in August 2025 requires monitoring to ensure it does not spread across the driver's line of sight. Suspension bushes and coil springs also warrant close scrutiny, as low-mileage use does not always preclude deterioration from environmental exposure.