2008 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · SV08 BBF

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 57,594 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. The tester identified a leaking nearside front hydraulic caliper, a twisted offside front brake hose, and imbalanced brakes. The fact that the braking system only just met requirements in the re-test suggests the components are operating at the limit of their tolerance and are prone to further failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant period of inactivity or very low-intensity use between December 2022 and January 2024, where only 4,268 miles were covered over fourteen months. This low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals, which is evidenced by the recurring failures of suspension arm bushes and perished exhaust mounting rubbers noted in the 2024 and 2025 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking architecture. The history shows a persistent pattern of worn wishbone bushes and a fractured nearside coil spring from early 2024, indicating the front-end geometry is frequently compromised. The braking system requires close scrutiny due to records of binding calipers, pitted discs, and leaking hoses across the last three years. Additionally, the corroded exhaust noted in both 2024 and 2025 warrants a check for structural integrity along the exhaust system to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level.