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P235 SFE

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,681 mi
Last recorded55,681 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 SFE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 55,681 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 53,947 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 53,947 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 49,475 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Bolt missing in front pipe (only 1 holding it on) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2024 49,474 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Bolt missing in front pipe (only 1 holding it on) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 47,822 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 45,900 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 43,247 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 43,184 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 39,832 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 35,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 35,117 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 33,175 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 32,301 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 30,619 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 29,473 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,932 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 26,522 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,185 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 22,254 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 18,571 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 15,794 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 11,986 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2005 9,866 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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P235 SFE is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 74,888 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 P235 SFE, 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 30 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P235 SFE registered?

P235 SFE is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P235 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P235 SFE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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