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P163 TVF

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

36,901 mi
Last recorded36,901 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP163 TVF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 36,901 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 36,727 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front & rear (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 36,459 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 36,203 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 35,941 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 35,749 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 35,727 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 35,727 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 35,560 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 35,392 miles

Crack in windscreen not in drivers view

Pass 8 Feb 2017 34,984 miles

Windscreen cracked but not in direct view

Pass 19 Feb 2016 34,738 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

offside wiper blade deteriorated

rubber exhaust mountings deteriorated

windscreen cracked on offside lower

Pass 19 Feb 2015 34,492 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

windscreen cracked along lower area not in direct view

Pass 7 Feb 2014 34,162 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 33,937 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 33,904 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 33,805 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 33,519 miles

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

nearside front tyre perished

rear exhaust mountings perished

Pass 24 Feb 2009 32,619 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 31,671 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 31,260 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 30,213 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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P163 TVF is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P163 TVF, 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 P163 TVF registered?

P163 TVF is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P163 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P163 TVF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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