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P233 TEW

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

56,452 mi
Last recorded56,452 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 TEW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 56,452 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 56,210 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 56,206 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Outline marker lamp not working both rear marker lights are inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

1x exhaust hangar/rubber broken and others splitting

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in both rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 55,567 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2024 55,546 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 55,305 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 54,577 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 53,429 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 53,020 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play All 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 53,012 miles

Brake valve leaking Load-sense valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play All 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 52,381 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rubber hangers deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 51,494 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 51,484 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Noisy

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 50,983 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 50,550 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 50,269 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2013 47,975 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 47,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 46,186 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 43,674 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 41,966 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 40,727 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 38,501 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 38,498 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 35,792 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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P233 TEW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 P233 TEW, 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

How do I check the history of P233 TEW?

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What year was P233 TEW registered?

P233 TEW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P233 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P233 TEW shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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