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P298 RLG

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

67,692 mi
Last recorded67,692 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP298 RLG
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Fail 7 May 2026 67,692 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective All exhaust rubber mounts perishing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door step box corroded at rear under vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 66,859 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 66,859 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 66,391 miles

Exhaust system heavily corroded.

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear underside of door step corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 64,631 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 63,838 miles

Front radiator carrier corroded

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper All outline marker lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

engine sump corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2021 63,823 miles

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

Front radiator carrier corroded

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective held on by cable tie (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper All outline marker lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective held on by cable tie (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

engine sump corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2019 62,079 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured wires, engine comp (4.11 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 62,079 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Electrical wiring inadequately secured wires, engine comp (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake pipe corroding, x1

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

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

front tyres, close to limits, and bold on inner treads

oil level low

Pass 18 Jun 2018 61,007 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 61,007 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 59,214 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 58,267 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 58,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 57,379 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 57,379 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 59,915 miles

horn tone weak

nearside rear upper marker light out

silencer corrosion

slight oil leak

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

surface cracks to nearside rear tyre wall

various wiring looms untidy throughout underside

Fail 19 May 2014 55,912 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

horn tone weak

nearside rear upper marker light out

silencer corrosion

slight oil leak

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

surface cracks to nearside rear tyre wall

various wiring looms untidy throughout underside

Pass 7 Sep 2013 53,741 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKED

OIL LEAK AROUND SUMP AREA

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 53,741 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKED

OIL LEAK AROUND SUMP AREA

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 52,097 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 49,660 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 47,256 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs slight worn

sump showing signs of corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,913 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 43,302 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2008 43,302 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 40,319 miles

Front bolt on body member has damage and corrosion.

Pass 24 Jun 2006 39,297 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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P298 RLG is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P298 RLG, 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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P298 RLG is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 April 1997.

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