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M579 DWV

1995 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,344 mi
Last recorded55,344 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Fiat Ducato89,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM579 DWV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 55,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inside arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 May 2026 55,321 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inside arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 55,001 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad warning light wires not connected

Rear spring hangers corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2023 54,685 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad warning light wire not connected

Nearside Front chassis section corroded

Rear spring hangers corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2023 54,673 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad warning light wire not connected

Nearside Front chassis section corroded

Rear spring hangers corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2020 54,113 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 53,435 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all on and to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 53,092 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 52,213 miles

corrosion starting in both front inner wings

Pass 14 Jul 2016 50,950 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 50,936 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 49,706 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 49,418 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 49,097 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 49,097 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 48,491 miles

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

slight perishing sidewalls offside and nearside front tyres

Pass 10 Aug 2009 46,185 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 45,733 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 45,733 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2007 45,066 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 43,708 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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M579 DWV is a 1995 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1995 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 89,584 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 M579 DWV, 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 31 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M579 DWV registered?

M579 DWV is a 1995 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 9 June 1995.

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The MOT history for M579 DWV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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