2017 Fiat Doblo 1.2L Diesel · YY17 FDG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the recent test in March 2026 at 86,278 miles passed, it introduced several new advisories that were not present in the 2024 record. The appearance of pitted front brake discs, an oil leak, and multiple tyres reaching the legal limit indicates that the owner is only addressing faults once they approach a failure threshold rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old van, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a steady progression of roughly 10,000 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 7,200 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been used for daily tasks rather than sitting for long periods, which accounts for the consistent wear seen on rubber components like suspension bushes and the braking system. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the nearside front arm bush failed for being excessively worn in March 2025 at 79,025 miles. Although this was rectified, the recurring issue of uneven tyre wear across multiple axles in the last three tests suggests a persistent alignment problem or worn steering-related components. The oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2026 should be visually inspected to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant seal failure that could worsen over time. The front brake discs are now flagged as pitted and scored, which will likely require immediate replacement to ensure effective stopping performance. You should also check the deteriorated rear exhaust hanger mentioned in the latest test to prevent the exhaust system from vibrating or dragging. Given the history of tyres being worn to the legal limit, a full depth check of all four tyres is necessary to ensure they do not require immediate replacement shortly after purchase.