2019 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · SP69 GGJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 20 May 2026. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent dip in standards evidenced by a failure just 18 days prior to that pass. At 63,198 miles, the tester identified an offside track rod end ball joint with excessive play, insufficient washer fluid, and parking brake efficiency below requirements. The fact that these faults were rectified quickly to achieve a pass suggests the owner is reactive rather than proactive regarding mechanical upkeep. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a seven-year-old van, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in the records between August 2022 and May 2024, where the vehicle covered only 3,761 miles over nearly twenty months. Since the May 2024 test, usage has increased significantly, with 15,036 miles covered in two years. This surge in activity often accelerates the wear on suspension components and braking systems, which aligns with the failures noted in the most recent 2026 test. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside suspension geometry to ensure the track rod end replacement was completed with quality parts. Given the previous failure regarding parking brake efficiency, a road test is essential to check for uneven braking pull or excessive heat- on the rear drums. While the history is largely clean of structural corrosion, the recent mechanical failures indicate that components are now reaching their service limits, necessitating a close look at the chassis for emerging rust which is common on Ducato models of this age.