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M16 FFO

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,656 mi
Last recorded70,656 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 FFO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 70,656 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 69,475 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 68,177 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 66,621 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 64,582 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 61,869 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 60,437 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 58,209 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 56,592 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 55,270 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 55,270 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 48,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 48,949 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 48,541 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 48,399 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 48,399 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 48,111 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 48,111 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 46,799 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 46,799 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 45,555 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 43,807 miles

front lower crossmember starting to corrode

Pass 6 Mar 2008 42,186 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 38,940 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 1 Mar 2006 37,361 miles

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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M16 FFO is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 67,346 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 M16 FFO, 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 29 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 M16 FFO registered?

M16 FFO is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is M16 FFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M16 FFO shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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