2002 Fiat Ducato 2.8L Diesel · FN52 MXA

The 2002 Fiat Ducato presents a stable and improving roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 20 October 2025 at 63,912 miles. No defects were recorded during this inspection, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and environmental standards. A failure occurred on 20 April 2022 at 55,873 miles, yet the record lists no defects for that specific test, suggesting an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. The subsequent retest on 29 April 2022 at the same mileage passed without issue, and the three following annual tests have remained entirely defect-free. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light use, averaging roughly 2,663 miles per year over its 24-year lifespan. Between the April 2023 test at 57,228 miles and the June 2024 test at 60,741 miles, the Ducato covered just 3,513 miles over a 14-month period. A similar pattern follows, with 3,171 miles added between June 2024 and October 2025. Such low annual mileage often points to prolonged stationary periods rather than sustained commercial duty, which introduces its own preservation concerns despite the lack of MOT advisories. Despite the pristine MOT record, a buyer must inspect the vehicle for the hidden risks associated with low-mileage, long-term standing. Suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls require close scrutiny for perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. Brake discs and calipers demand attention for surface corrosion and potential binding, a common issue when commercial vans sit idle for extended periods. Underbody structural integrity and exhaust mounting points should also be examined for corrosion, as short, infrequent journeys prevent components from reaching optimal operating temperatures to burn off accumulated moisture.