2013 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · WA13 CMU

The vehicle remains legally roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding mechanical components despite the low mileage. The most recent test in May 2025 at 19,684 miles identified significant steering issues including play in the steering rack inner joints and a deteriorated offside front inner steering rack gaiter. This represents a progression from the 2024 test, which only flagged worn suspension arm bushes, indicating that the front-end assembly is now beginning to fail structurally. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old Ducato, averaging approximately 1,514 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between November 2021 and April 2023 where the vehicle covered only 1,309 miles in seventeen months. While low mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it explains the age-related degradation noted in 2024 where all four tyres showed perishing and cracking. This condition is typical of a vehicle sitting for long periods rather than high-frequency use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering system to assess the extent of the play in the rack joints. The presence of a front oil leak noted in 2024 also requires monitoring to ensure it does not evolve into a significant seal failure. Given the history of perished rubber components like bushes and gaiters, the entire suspension assembly and all rubber boots should be checked for cracking, as these parts are failing due to age rather than mileage- wear.