2016 Fiat Doblo 1.6L Diesel · BT65 HWN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 103,001 miles, it failed just one day prior due to critical safety-related defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple failures in 2025 suggests that the owner only addresses faults when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of 15,948 miles between July 2024 and October 2025, representing a period of higher usage compared to the previous year where the vehicle covered 14,354 miles between July 2023 and July 2024. This steady accumulation of miles places standard stress on wear components, which explains the state of the braking hardware noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension assembly. The October 2025 test flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted, and scored, alongside fluctuating service brakes, which often indicates warped rotors or sticking calipers. Furthermore, the failure on the insecure nearside front anti-roll bar linkage suggests that suspension components may be reaching the end of their functional life and should be checked for play or perished bushings. The history also reveals a pattern of poor tyre management. Both the 2023 and 2025 tests recorded tread depths below the legal limit and one instance of mismatched tyre aspect ratios on a single axle, which can compromise vehicle handling and safety. The buyer should verify that all four tyres are matching and meet legal depth requirements, and ensure the windscreen and registration plate lamp issues noted in the latest record have been properly rectified.