1986 Fiat Ducato 2.0L Diesel · C197 AEF

The 1986 FIAT DUCATO has a mixed MOT history with recent and recurring mechanical concerns. The most recent MOT on 2025-09-23 resulted in a pass , but an oil leak was noted (8.4.1 (a) (i)), though described as “not excessive.” This suggests ongoing maintenance needs, though the issue is currently minor. A fail on 2025-09-17 highlighted multiple issues: non-functional stop lamps, ineffective windscreen wipers, and missing suspension arm dust covers. These indicate neglect or wear in electrical and suspension systems. Earlier failures in 2024-06-05 were more severe, including brake efficiency below 50% (1.2.2 (a) (ii)), emissions issues , and headlamp misalignment . These critical safety risks suggest the vehicle may have been driven under suboptimal conditions or poorly maintained. Recurring problems involve suspension components (dust covers, corrosion, ball joint wear) and electrical faults (indicators, lamps). The 2024-07-12 MOT noted a defective gearbox mounting and corrosion on suspension arms, while the 2023-05-31 pass mentioned clutch wear and modified suspension arms . These patterns point to a vehicle with ongoing mechanical degradation , particularly in areas prone to rust and wear. The vehicle’s low mileage (51,569 miles over 40 years, ~1,289 miles/year) suggests it may have been lightly used or stored for extended periods.