2013 Fiat Doblo 1.6L Diesel · WN63 XHC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 73,706 miles showed a failure due to a fractured offside front anti-roll bar linkage and a tyre worn to the legal limit. While the vehicle passed after immediate rectification, the trend of recurring failures for mechanical and electrical components suggests that the owner only addresses issues when they cause an MOT failure, rather than performing routine mechanical inspections. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,706 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,670 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the records, showing a gap of only 27,557 miles between June 2021 and September 2025. However, low mileage does not prevent the degradation of rubber-based components. The data indicates the vehicle likely sits stationary for long periods, which is evidenced by the repeated failures of anti-roll bar linkages and suspension-related components despite the low distance travelled. A buyer should focus their inspection on the front suspension, as the anti-roll bar linkages and coil springs have failed or been flagged as insecure multiple times between 2017, 2022, 2023, and 2025. The recurring issue of tyres wearing unevenly on the edges suggests persistent alignment problems or worn bushes that have not been properly diagnosed. The front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2020, and given the low mileage, these should be checked for surface corrosion or seizing due to lack of use. Electrical reliability also shows signs of neglect, with repeated failures involving stop lamps, indicators, and daytime running lamps across several years. The windscreen has been flagged as damaged consistently since 2023, which should be inspected for cracks that may now compromise structural integrity. Given that the last MOT was nearly two years ago, the vehicle is now overdue for a test, and a buyer must verify that no new defects have developed in the extended period of inactivity.