2014 Fiat Fiorino 1.2L Diesel · YN64 XCD

The most recent DVSA examination on 3 April 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most reassuring outcome possible from an MOT standpoint. The five-year MOT history demonstrates an unusual but ultimately benign pattern: the vehicle has passed its test in 2024, 2025, and now 2026, but on each of those occasions the test was preceded by a failure exactly one to two weeks earlier. Because no defects were recorded against either the passes or the failures, it appears the vehicle may have been presented initially with administrative issues, presented without current insurance or a recent failure rectifying minor items not coded on the system, or was simply retested after items were addressed off-record. What matters for the prospective buyer is that the current test certificate is clean, the car is legally roadworthy, and there is no escalating trend of defects or advisories pointing towards systemic neglect or deterioration. At 108,789 miles over twelve years, this Fiorino has covered approximately 9,066 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a light commercial vehicle of its age. Mileage accumulation appears broadly consistent and there are no extended standing periods that would typically accelerate corrosion, degrade the 12-volt battery, or cause brake calipers to seize. Equally, the mileage is not so high as to suggest imminent major mechanical overhaul of the clutch, timing chain, or turbocharger if fitted. For a Fiat Fiorino of this vintage and duty cycle, the recorded odometer reading is consistent with regular working use rather than abuse or neglect, which is generally a positive indicator for the longevity of the engine, manual gearbox, and drivetrain components. Given that the MOT history is entirely free of recorded defects and advisories, the buyer should not rely solely on the certificate but instead conduct a series of age-and-mileage-appropriate physical inspections. Begin with the tyres, paying particular attention to sidewall perishing and cracking which can develop on a twelve-year-old vehicle regardless of tread depth; check the production date on the sidewall and replace any tyre over six years old. Inspect the brake discs for lipping, surface corrosion, and caliper slider pins that may have stiffened from infrequent use. Verify that the 12-volt battery is holding charge under load, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods parked between light commercial duties, and confirm the date of manufacture on the battery casing. Finally, given the calendar age of the vehicle, confirm that time-based servicing has been carried out irrespective of mileage. Brake fluid should have been renewed within the last two to three years as it is hygroscopic and degrades over time, coolant should have been replaced within the last five years to prevent internal corrosion within the cooling system, and the timing chain or belt should be inspected or replaced according to Fiat's age-related schedule rather than purely on mileage. On a test drive, listen for suspension clonks over uneven surfaces which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, strut top mounts, or coil springs, and observe whether the clutch engages smoothly without slipping under load. Check for any evidence of oil leaks from the cam cover gasket or sump, and inspect the underside and inner wheel arches for corrosion which is a known concern on Fiorinos of this generation, particularly around the rear axle and floor pan seams.