2002 Fiat Ducato 2.8L Diesel · FN02 YDH

The 2002 Fiat Ducato presents a stable and clean maintenance trend, culminating in a pass with no defects recorded during the most recent MOT on 18 March 2026 at 40,109 miles. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual assessments since February 2023, demonstrating sound mechanical integrity. A failed test on 20 February 2023 at 36,779 miles shows no recorded defects, which typically indicates an administrative anomaly or an abandoned test rather than a mechanical failure, as the vehicle passed the very next day with the same mileage. The absence of recurring faults or advisories across the record points to a well-maintained drivetrain and running gear. The recorded mileage of 40,109 miles over twenty-four years equates to an average of roughly 1,671 miles annually, marking this van as exceptionally low-mileage for its age. The usage pattern reveals a distinct shift over the last four years. Between the February 2023 and February 2024 tests, the Ducato covered 2,449 miles, indicating a period of moderate use. Mileage accumulation slowed dramatically thereafter, with only 344 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and a mere 537 miles added by the March 2026 test. This sharp decline suggests the vehicle has spent prolonged periods stationary, which carries its own mechanical risks. Prospective buyers must look beyond the clean MOT record and inspect the components most vulnerable to standing idle. Extended periods of inactivity cause rubber suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and brake calipers to perish or seize, even if the mileage remains low. A thorough inspection of the undercarriage is essential to check for structural corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounts, a common affliction on older light commercial vehicles that sit unused. The braking system requires close scrutiny; brake discs can surface-rust and calipers can bind when a van stands for months at a time. Checking the condition of the fuel system and the exhaust for moisture-related corrosion will also verify whether the previous owner managed the storage conditions properly.