2007 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · CU57 ABF

The 2023‑08‑29 MOT at 196,478 miles passed, but recorded advisories on the corroded sump, worn brake pedal and deteriorated rear registration plate, indicating that the vehicle remains roadworthy yet shows signs of ongoing wear. The repeated oil leak and sump corrosion since 2018 suggest a stable issue rather than a worsening condition, while brake wear has progressed from thin pads in 2023‑01‑11 to a smooth pedal in 2023‑08‑29, showing gradual use. The mileage trajectory reflects typical annual usage of about 10,300 miles for a 2007 model, but the jump from 167,311 miles on 6 September 2018 to 279,949 miles on 21 August 2019 – an increase of 112,638 miles in just over eleven months – points to a period of intensive use. Subsequent readings show a slower accumulation until 2020, then a recorded mileage of 186,643 miles in January 2022 that is lower than the 287,939 miles logged in October 2020, suggesting either an odometer discrepancy or reduced usage during that interval. Recurring faults centre on the sump corrosion (8.4.1 (a) (i)) and associated oil leak, which have persisted across three tests, and on the rear braking system, where thin pads in early 2023 and a smooth pedal in the latest test indicate progressive wear on pads, discs and caliper pins. Underside corrosion and the deteriorated registration plate also point to structural rust that may affect chassis integrity, while the suspension bushes and coil springs have not been flagged but merit visual verification given the vehicle’s age. A buyer should therefore inspect the sump and surrounding mounting points for active leakage, examine the condition of the rear brake discs, pads and caliper movement, assess the extent of chassis and suspension rust, verify tyre tread depth and wiper condition, and confirm that the oil leak has not progressed since the last test.