2018 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · YN18 AMK

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2018 Fiat Ducato was conducted on 25 November 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, confirming the vehicle met the minimum statutory roadworthiness requirements at that date. Reviewing the broader MOT history, the van has achieved a clean pass on every annual test since at least February 2022, which indicates a stable and consistent maintenance trend. However, it is worth noting that the same advisory concerning slight damage to the nearside rear tyre outer sidewall was issued across three consecutive tests in February 2023, February 2024, and February 2025 before disappearing on the most recent examination. This pattern suggests that either the damaged tyre was repeatedly monitored and tolerated under advisory thresholds for several years, or it was eventually replaced prior to the November 2025 test. The recurring nature of that advisory over a three-year window is the only minor flag in what is otherwise an unblemished compliance record. With 20,873 miles recorded over approximately eight years, this Ducato has covered around 2,600 miles annually, which is exceptionally low for a commercial vehicle of this type and likely reflects a period of light use, seasonal operation, or extended standing between trips. Such low annual mileage is mechanically significant because the calendar-based degradation of components often outpaces distance-based wear. Long periods of standing commonly lead to brake disc corrosion, binding or seized calipers, deterioration of rubber components, and depletion of battery capacity. Equally, despite the modest odometer reading, age-related wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, anti-roll bar links, engine and gearbox mounts, and rubber boots and gaiters should still be expected and physically inspected. For a prospective buyer, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should therefore focus on age-sensitive items rather than high-mileage wear. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking due to age rather than just tread depth, as rubber compounds deteriorate with time and UV exposure regardless of mileage. Brake discs should be examined for surface corrosion, lipping, and any evidence of seized caliper sliders, particularly after periods of standing, and the system should be tested for smooth operation without shudder or pulling under braking. The 12 volt battery should be load-tested, as a van standing unused for extended periods frequently suffers from sulphation and reduced cranking performance. Fluid services, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid where applicable, should be verified by service history stamps, as calendar-based degradation of brake fluid in particular reduces its boiling point and can compromise braking efficiency. On a practical test drive, listen for suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes or top mounts, and pay attention to any uneven tyre wear patterns that may point to tracking or suspension geometry issues exacerbated by standing. Check for fluid leaks beneath the vehicle, particularly from the coolant system, engine sump, and shock absorber seals. Verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that the engine management light remains off. Finally, confirm that the timing belt or cambelt replacement interval has been respected in accordance with Fiat's service schedule, as this is a time-based critical maintenance item on the Ducato regardless of the low recorded mileage, and ensure that the spare wheel, jack, and tool kit are present and serviceable.