2002 Fiat Ducato 1.9L Diesel · WJ52 OSL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in structural integrity and mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test on April 22 2026 at 33,761 miles, it failed just two miles prior due to significant issues including an excessive transmission oil leak and perished exhaust mounts. The recurring presence of corrosion across the chassis and brake lines over multiple years suggests that the owner is performing the minimum repairs required to pass the test rather than addressing the underlying structural decay. At approximately 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 33,761 miles is exceptionally low, averaging barely 1,400 miles per year. This low usage profile often correlates with the issues seen in the record, as long periods of standing can accelerate internal corrosion and the hardening of rubber components like exhaust rubbers and wipers. Between April 2024 and April 2025, the vehicle covered only 863 miles, a distance insufficient to keep braking components clean or to prevent the type of surface rust noted on the subframe and inner wings. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the nearside front chassis and front subframe. The tester consistently flagged corroded brake pipes covered in grease, which is a common tactic used to hide deep pitting from an inspector's eye. The rear leaf springs and axle beam show persistent corrosion noted in both 2025 and 2026, indicating the structural load-bearing components are failing. Furthermore, the excessive transmission leak reported in the April 2026 failure requires immediate professional verification to ensure the seal has been properly rectified and that internal gearbox failure is not imminent.