2018 Fiat Auto Trail 2.3L Diesel · GJ18 AFE

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 2 May 2025 at 12,861 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend. This suggests the vehicle has remained in a good mechanical condition without any recurring faults or structural failures over the last five testing cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,600 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 7,314 miles and the 2025 test at 12,861 miles, the car covered only 5,547 miles over three years. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, the long intervals between miles of travel can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as seals and suspension bushes, if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. Despite the clean record, a buyer must physically inspect the vehicle for issues associated with low-mileage use. Long periods of standing often result in flat spotting on tyres and surface corrosion on brake discs, which may lead to seized calipers or binding brakes upon renewed use. The inspection should also check for fluid leaks from gaskets and verify the age of the tyres, as rubber hardens over time regardless of tread depth. The lack of recorded advisories in the history suggests the chassis remains free from corrosion, but a visual check of the undercarriage remains necessary practice to confirm structural integrity.