2005 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · WK55 AVY

The Fiat Ducato demonstrates a worsening structural condition that requires immediate attention despite holding a valid MOT pass issued on October 8 2025 at 36,924 miles. The previous week on October 1 2025 at 36,925 miles, the vehicle failed its test due to excessively corroded brake hose ferrules alongside multiple corrosion defects. While the immediate hydraulic failure was rectified to secure the subsequent pass, the underlying corrosion trend is escalating from surface degradation to structural compromise. The recorded mileage of 36,924 miles across its twenty-one years on the road indicates exceptionally light usage, averaging roughly 1,758 miles annually. Inspection of the chronological data reveals consistent, low-mileage accumulation between tests, including 34,303 miles in September 2022, 34,567 miles in September 2023, and 36,346 miles in September 2024. Extended periods of light use or storage on this chassis architecture typically encourage moisture retention, which directly correlates with the extensive corrosion history documented throughout the floorpan and subframe areas. Any prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically targeting the front lower subframe mountings, inner wheel arches, and under-sill areas. The October 2025 record explicitly notes a holed nearside front lower rear wheel arch caused by excessive corrosion alongside a materially weak offside counterpart. Buyers should also inspect the power steering pipes for the slight corrosion noted on the rack and verify that the brake hydraulic lines, calipers, and load-sensing valves operate correctly given the historical notes regarding binding rear brakes and stiff valves.