2001 Fiat Ducato 1.9L Diesel · FE51 UPB

The vehicle's MOT history shows a stable trend of passing tests, though the most recent record indicates a recent period of instability. While the 2025-11-04 test resulted in a pass with no defects, this followed a failure on 2025-10-11. The absence of specific defect details for the October failure prevents a precise diagnosis of what caused the initial non-compliance, but the subsequent pass suggests the issue was rectified before the next inspection. The recorded mileage of 55,682 miles is notably low for a 2001 vehicle, averaging approximately 2,227 miles per year. The MOT data shows consistent annual testing between September 2022 and November 2025. This low annual usage pattern often indicates infrequent use, which can lead to different mechanical concerns than high-mileage vehicles, such as seized components or degraded fluids from long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on components that may suffer from age and low usage rather than wear from high mileage. Given the vehicle's age, a buyer must check for structural corrosion, particularly on the chassis and subframes, which the MOT records do not explicitly detail. It is also necessary to inspect rubber components like suspension bushes, engine mounts, and tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking. The recent failure in October 2025 warrants a closer look at the braking system and lighting, as these are common causes for failures that are quickly resolved. Checking for binding calipers or uneven brake disc wear is advisable. Because the MOT record does not provide specific advisory details, a thorough examination of the exhaust system and suspension integrity is required to ensure no hidden corrosion or play in the steering components exists.