2015 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · CU15 AJO

The 2015 Fiat Ducato has maintained a consistent MOT pass record across all five tests, with no defects or advisories recorded since 2021. The most recent inspection on 26 September 2025—just ten months ago—confirmed the vehicle’s compliance with current DVSA standards, though the lack of any recorded issues means no specific failures can be traced over time. This suggests a stable maintenance pattern, though the absence of advisories also implies that even minor wear may not have been formally documented. The vehicle’s roadworthiness status remains technically sound at this stage, but the absence of any historical faults does not guarantee current or future reliability without further inspection. The recorded mileage of 33,748 miles over approximately 11 years—averaging around 3,068 miles annually—indicates unusually light usage for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are regular, with each MOT occurring within a few days of the previous one’s anniversary, suggesting either consistent annual servicing or prolonged periods of inactivity. Notably, there is a significant mileage jump between the 2022 and 2023 tests, where the vehicle accumulated 3,932 miles in just over a year, followed by a return to lower annual mileage. While this pattern could reflect seasonal use or storage, it also raises questions about whether the vehicle has been driven enough to expose potential wear issues, such as suspension degradation or brake fade, which might not yet be evident. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely checked during MOTs. The suspension—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, as prolonged low-mileage periods can accelerate deterioration from moisture and static loading. Brake systems, including caliper binding, disc thickness, and rotor warping, warrant close scrutiny, especially if the vehicle has experienced sudden mileage spikes, as this could indicate past braking issues now resolved or still latent. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches and underbody sections, should be inspected for corrosion, as commercial vans are prone to rust in areas prone to salt and debris accumulation. Finally, fluid levels—brakes, power steering, and engine oil—should be checked, as they are not part of the MOT but critical to long-term reliability.