2015 Fiat Doblo 1.2L Diesel · MW15 HXG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2024 at 115,911 miles resulted in an initial failure due to an inoperative engine management light, an insecure rear exhaust silencer, and a defective side repeater lens. While the vehicle passed after these issues were rectified, the presence of an engine MIL fault suggests a potential electronic or sensor-related fault that was not addressed until the MOT inspection. The recorded mileage of 115,911 miles over 11 years averages to approximately 10,500 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a van of this age. There is a significant gap in data between the November 2020 test at 52,599 miles and the December 2022 test at 101,140 miles, during which the vehicle covered nearly 49,000 miles in two years. This high-intensity period likely accelerated wear on consumables, as evidenced by the 2020 failure where three separate tyres were found at or below the legal tread depth limit. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the exhaust system and mounting brackets, as the silencer was specifically flagged as insecure in 2024. Given the previous engine MIL failure, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine management system that could indicate intermittent emissions issues. Additionally, the high mileage and history of poor tyre management necessitate a close check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion, as these are common points of failure for this model as it exceeds six figures in miles.