2006 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · FN55 FKA

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status following a series of recent testing failures. While it passed its inspection in April 2023 at 59,538 miles, the most recent test on 29 September 2025 at 61,608 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects. This indicates a significant breakdown in the maintenance routine or preparation process, as the vehicle failed to meet minimum safety standards during its latest attempt despite a clean record in the previous year. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old Ducato, averaging approximately 3,080 miles per year. Between April 2023 and September 2024, the vehicle covered only 1,526 miles over seventeen seventeen months. The cluster of three tests in September 2024 occurred within a span of just 14 days, suggesting the vehicle sat stationary for long periods or was used intermittently. Such low usage often leads to age-related degradation, such as perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination, rather than typical mechanical wear from high-mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and running components, as the MOT record fails to detail the specific reasons for the recent failures. Prioritize checking for deep corrosion on the chassis and structural members, which are common failure points for Ducatos of this era. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracks or sagging, and verify that the brakes are not binding due to long periods of inactivity. The recent failures without recorded defects suggest a high likelihood that mechanical issues or safety-critical items have not been properly addressed by the previous owner.