2014 Fiat Ducato 35 Multijet LWB Heavy oil · WR14 WOB

The roadworthiness status of this Fiat Ducato remains uncertain as the historical record reveals severe documentation gaps and recent test failures. The maintenance trend cannot be classified as stable or improving due to a complete lack of verified MOT data for nearly four years, leaving the vehicle without a current test certificate as of August 2026. In the November 2021 test, the vehicle passed cleanly after failing a test just weeks earlier in October 2021. Following that pass, the van failed again in November 2022. The system contains no subsequent test records, which indicates the vehicle may have been laid up, used off-road, or operated without a valid MOT for an extended period. The recorded mileage of 104,327 miles on this twelve-year-old chassis averages out to roughly 8,600 miles annually, placing it well within typical operational parameters for a large commercial panel van. However, the exact mileage progression remains difficult to verify due to the absence of test entries between November 2022 and the present day in 2026. This prolonged gap in the official DVSA testing history means any mileage accumulation over the last three and a half years is unverified. Lower-than-expected recent usage often leads to seized components, discharged batteries, and accelerated corrosion on standing metalwork. A physical inspection must prioritize areas prone to heavy commercial wear and neglect during periods of inactivity. The suspension system, particularly leaf springs, shock absorbers, and anti-roll bar bushes, demands rigorous scrutiny to check for overloading fatigue or perishing rubber. Brake discs and calipers require a thorough check for heavy surface rust, pitting, and binding slide pins resulting from long periods of non-use. Buyers should also inspect the structural integrity of the chassis members, sills, and floor pan for corrosion, as Fiat Ducatos of this vintage are susceptible to rust in load-bearing areas.