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P196 MOW

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,793 mi
Last recorded54,793 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP196 MOW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2026 54,793 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 pipes that go to the n/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm damaged/flat spot (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2025 54,221 miles

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

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

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

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

Weld repairs to offside inner wing covered in underseal

Pass 17 May 2024 46,132 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 45,288 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 43,009 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 43,009 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 42,213 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 42,031 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 42,031 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2019 41,289 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 40,416 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 37,874 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,240 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 36,240 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 34,781 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 32,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 30,432 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 29,932 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 29,930 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,845 miles

lower radiator support member showing slight corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2010 24,344 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

horn weak

Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,587 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 17,892 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 16,750 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 16,750 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet safety catch sticking.

Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,159 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 16,159 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

tracking requires checking & resetting

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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P196 MOW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P196 MOW, 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.

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P196 MOW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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