2016 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · RX66 AFK

This 2016 Fiat Ducato has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 2025-10-08, with no defects recorded at 10,853 miles. The only anomaly in the past two years was a single failure on 2024-08-28, though this was rectified immediately by the 2024-09-02 retest, which passed without issue. The absence of advisories or repeated failures suggests the vehicle has been kept in stable condition, though the brief failure indicates a potential oversight in pre-test maintenance—likely a minor oversight rather than a systemic issue. The most recent MOT was conducted just nine months ago, which is acceptable but not ideal for a vehicle of this age, as it falls short of the DVSA’s recommended six-month interval for high-mileage or older commercial vehicles. The recorded mileage of 10,853 miles over ten years—roughly 1,085 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age and class. The gap between the 2023-07-04 test (6,801 miles) and the 2024-08-28 failure (9,369 miles) shows a rapid accumulation of 2,568 miles in just over a year, which is still modest but suggests the vehicle was in active use before standing idle. The prolonged period between the 2023-04-13 and 2023-07-04 tests (just 28 days) is unusual and may indicate a rushed or irregular maintenance schedule. This low mileage could imply the Ducato has spent significant time stationary, which may accelerate wear in components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain fluids if not properly serviced. Given the clean MOT record, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should be the suspension and steering components, particularly the rear axle and bushings, which are prone to premature failure in low-mileage vehicles due to prolonged static loading. The brief 2024 failure suggests a potential oversight in pre-test checks—likely related to brakes, exhaust emissions, or binding calipers—but since no defects were noted in the subsequent retest, this may have been a temporary issue. Corrosion should be scrutinised at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as standing vehicles are more susceptible to rust penetration. The brakes, despite passing tests, warrant closer inspection for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods. Fluid levels—brake, power steering, and differential—should be verified, as low mileage does not necessarily correlate with regular servicing.