2007 Fiat Ducato 3.0L Diesel · KT57 WPE

The 2007 Fiat Ducato has a recent MOT pass on 2026-03-20 at 69,567 miles, but recurring suspension and brake issues persist. Front brake pads are wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)), and the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover remains severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i)). These issues mirror earlier reports, indicating ongoing mechanical stress or neglect. The vehicle’s mileage of 69,567 miles over 19 years equates to roughly 3,661 miles annually, which is low for its age. This suggests either light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, which can accelerate corrosion and component degradation. While lower mileage typically implies less wear, the recurring brake and suspension faults counterbalance this, pointing to potential under-the-radar maintenance gaps. A pattern of suspension and brake component deterioration is evident. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover was noted in 2025, 2024, and 2026 MOTs, while brake pipe corrosion and brake disc wear appeared as early as 2021. Though some issues were addressed (e.g., the 2021 failed MOT’s engine MIL light was resolved), the persistence of suspension and brake concerns indicates a stable but unresolved risk profile. The 2026 MOT shows fewer minor failures compared to 2025, but the front brake pads’ thinning and suspension joint issues remain.