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P523 HRC

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,042 mi
Last recorded44,042 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP523 HRC
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 44,042 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2026 44,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 43,148 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear compensating valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/ step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 42,356 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 42,332 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure mountings corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 40,236 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 40,236 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 38,701 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 38,701 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 37,866 miles

corrosion to under body

Pass 20 May 2016 36,912 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 35,969 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 34,576 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Fail 1 May 2014 34,504 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 33,089 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 33,089 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 32,620 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 31,958 miles

front cross member corroded

Fail 3 May 2011 31,954 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front cross member corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2010 29,989 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 28,942 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,293 miles

nearside mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Pass 30 Apr 2007 27,844 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside mirror cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Fail 30 Apr 2007 27,844 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside mirror cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Pass 25 Apr 2006 26,501 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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P523 HRC is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P523 HRC, 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 P523 HRC registered?

P523 HRC is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P523 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P523 HRC shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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