2015 Fiat Ducato 2.3L Diesel · YX65 WBF

A recurring theme of front‑suspension arm wear combined with a history of rear‑brake pad deficiency defines the mechanical picture of this 2015 Fiat Ducato. The latest MOT on 6 January 2026 was passed, yet it still recorded advisories for both nearside and off‑side front suspension arm pins or bushes showing wear, echoing the same observations noted on the failed test a day earlier. Earlier in the record a dangerous failure for rear brake pads under 1.5 mm was logged in January 2024, and a separate failure for parking‑brake efficiency appeared in January 2026, indicating that brake‑related wear has required attention in the past. With 94 489 mi recorded over roughly eleven years the vehicle averages about 8 600 mi per annum, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within normal commercial‑van usage. The MOT history shows annual testing with no significant gaps, suggesting the odometer reading is consistent with the recorded service intervals. This moderate annual accumulation implies that wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components is likely to be in line with typical fleet‑type operation rather than accelerated high‑kilometre abuse. Prospective buyers should give particular focus to the front suspension arms and associated bushings. On a test drive listen for clunking or knocking over bumps, feel for any looseness when applying steering input at low speed, and inspect for uneven tyre wear that could betray mis‑alignment. Because the advisories have persisted across two consecutive MOTs, it is prudent to have the bushes inspected for excessive play and, if necessary, replaced before they progress to a failure condition. The rear‑brake pad issue flagged as dangerous in 2024 should be verified by measuring current pad thickness; any remaining wear close to the minimum limit would necessitate immediate replacement, and the parking‑brake mechanism should be checked for firm hold and proper cable adjustment. Finally, examine the nearside rear tyre for the previously noted cut and edge‑wear, ensuring the tread depth is comfortably above the legal minimum and that the sidewall shows no signs of progressing damage. While the vehicle passed its most recent MOT, confirming the integrity of the parking‑brake system, brake discs and calipers, as well as checking for any rust or corrosion on suspension mounting points, will provide added confidence in the van’s roadworthiness before committing to purchase.