2006 Fiat Doblo Cargo Multijet 16V 1.2L Heavy oil · IEZ 1002

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the recent history indicates a period of instability regarding compliance. While the latest test on 26 April 2024 at 141,973 miles passed with no defects, this followed two consecutive failures within a five-week window. These failures in late March and early April 2024 at nearly identical mileages suggest that the vehicle reached a threshold where multiple components required immediate attention, though the owner ultimately managed to rectify the issues to achieve a clean pass. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a light-use commercial vehicle profile, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in the records between the October 2019 test at 135,692 miles and the January 2022 test at 138,653 miles. During this twenty-seven-month period, the vehicle covered only 3,000 miles. This low usage suggests the van sat stationary for long periods or was used only for short trips, which can often lead to seized calipers, perished seals, and the degradation of rubber components despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension system due to the vehicle's age and the intermittent usage history. The sudden failures in early 2024, despite not listing specific defects in the summary, often point to items reaching the end of their functional life. Focus on the structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe, which are common for Fiat Doblos of this era. Additionally, check the brake discs for heavy pitting or scoring to ensure that the low-mileage periods have not caused lasting damage to the braking hardware.