2004 Fiat Ducato 2.8L Diesel · FJ04 MPX

The 2004 Fiat Ducato presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 18 March 2026 at 70,929 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. A prior test on 14 March 2025 at 67,320 miles shows a failure, yet the record lists no defects, suggesting an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. The subsequent retest on 15 March 2025 at 67,416 miles passed cleanly, confirming the vehicle's structural and mechanical integrity remained sound throughout that period. The recorded mileage of 70,929 miles over roughly 22 years equates to an average of approximately 3,224 miles annually, which is notably low for a commercial vehicle of this age. The MOT history reveals a steady accumulation of miles rather than rapid increases or long-term stagnation. Between 14 December 2022 at 63,299 miles and 7 December 2023 at 65,196 miles, the Ducato covered 1,897 miles. The following year saw slightly higher usage, traveling 2,220 miles between the December 2023 test and the March 2025 test. The most recent jump from 67,416 miles in March 2025 to 70,929 miles in March 2026 accounts for 3,513 miles, reflecting a modest uptick in recent use. Despite the absence of recorded mechanical or structural advisories, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person for the typical afflictions of a low-mileage, aging commercial van. Extended periods of standing can cause perishable components to deteriorate; check the tyre sidewalls for cracking and assess the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related wear rather than mileage fatigue. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion that can cause binding, a common issue when a vehicle sits unused. Examine the underbody and structural mounting points for corrosion, as a 2004 Ducato requires thorough scrutiny of its chassis integrity regardless of its impeccable MOT record.