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P378 OET

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,370 mi
Last recorded157,370 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP378 OET
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 157,370 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 155,270 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 154,078 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 153,652 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 153,110 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 152,450 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 152,130 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

exhaust rubbers deteriorating

Pass 27 Jul 2010 151,905 miles

front tyres sidewalls cracking

horn intermittent fault

Pass 23 May 2009 151,300 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

beam converters fitted

Fail 23 May 2009 151,292 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 150,840 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 May 2007 150,210 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2006 148,481 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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P378 OET is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P378 OET, 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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What year was P378 OET registered?

P378 OET is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P378 OET safe to buy?

The MOT history for P378 OET shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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