2002 Fiat Ducato 2.0L Diesel · FN52 JSY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend regarding its structural integrity. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 54,023 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. In that failed test, the tester identified the nearside front vehicle structure as corroded to the point where the assembly rigidity was significantly reduced. Although the subsequent pass downgraded the offside front structure to corrosion without loss of rigidity, the presence of active structural decay on the main chassis indicates ongoing degradation. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,251 miles per year. The data shows very little movement between testing intervals, with only 847 miles covered between April 2024 and May 2025, and just 240 miles thereafter. While this low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components, long periods of standing often lead to the accelerated failure of rubber components, seized brakes, and accelerated corrosion, which aligns with the structural issues currently flagged on the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, specifically focusing on the nearside front arches and structural members identified in the 2026 failure. The transition from a structural failure to a pass requires verification that the repairs were substantial rather than merely cosmetic. Furthermore, the failure in March 2025 involving multiple inoperative lamps and ineffective windscreen wiper blades suggests a history of neglected basic maintenance. You should verify that all lighting elements remain functional and that the structural rust is not spreading beyond the repaired areas.