2011 Fiat Doblo 1.2L Diesel · YP11 AEN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in mechanical wear and deferred maintenance. While it passed its latest test in April 2026 at 88,102 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior. The April failure revealed multiple critical safety defects across the steering, braking, and lighting systems. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately suggests these components were repaired, yet the frequency of faults indicates that maintenance is likely only addressed when forced by test failures rather than through a proactive preventative schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,873 miles per year. There is a conspicuous gap in recorded usage between May 2016 at 67,210 miles and January 2021 at 88,020 miles, during which the vehicle covered very little distance over nearly five years. Such long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and internal corrosion of braking surfaces. The rapid accumulation of over 20,000 miles in the last five years suggests the vehicle has recently seen much use after years of sitting stationary. A buyer must physically inspect the front end for signs of continued steering and suspension fatigue. The record flagged play in the steering rack inner joints, track rod ends, and Macpherson strut pins or bushes in April 2026. These issues, combined with the 2024 advisories regarding anti-roll bar linkages, suggest the front suspension geometry is nearing overhaul. The braking system also requires close attention; the offside rear caliper was found binding, and the front discs are noted as worn. Given the history of uneven tyre wear and exposed cords, a thorough check of the wheel alignment and the condition of the remaining tyres is essential to ensure no hidden damage remains.