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HY51 DBU

2001 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,381 mi
Last recorded61,381 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Fiat Ducato51,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 DBU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 61,381 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 61,381 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 60,884 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 60,882 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 60,620 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 59,682 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 59,027 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 57,432 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 56,712 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2020 56,712 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

under covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 53,488 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 49,982 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 46,592 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,338 miles

all tyres old

Fail 3 Apr 2015 43,320 miles

Nearside Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all tyres old

Pass 14 Mar 2014 39,155 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 39,155 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 May 2013 35,865 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2013 35,865 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,739 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 25,758 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 25,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 25,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 20,951 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 20,500 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Oct 2009 20,500 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 19,315 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,727 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 16,251 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 12,382 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?

Based on 1,962,737 MOT tests across 142,446 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
2,630
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
142,446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30,287
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,216
Registration plate lamp not working 27,458
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22,732
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HY51 DBU is a 2001 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 51,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Ducato fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34,174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY51 DBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ducato typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY51 DBU registered?

HY51 DBU is a 2001 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 8 December 2001.

Is HY51 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 DBU shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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