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P52 GPY

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,844 mi
Last recorded42,844 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 GPY
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 42,844 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber mounts pershing and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front washer jet not working but os provides enough fluid

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hazard switch discoloured but still works ok

Pass 8 Oct 2024 42,537 miles

Nearside Front tyre very slightly perished on inside side wall

Offside Front off side front tyre very slightly perished on inside side wall

Fail 1 Oct 2024 42,519 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative near side indicator repeater lamp inop (4.4.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps rear number plate lamp missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low both head lamp aims low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre very slightly perished on inside side wall

Offside Front off side front tyre very slightly perished on inside side wall

Pass 29 Jul 2023 42,356 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 41,443 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 38,843 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 38,843 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 38,546 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 37,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 37,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 37,180 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 36,430 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,634 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 34,939 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 33,472 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 33,472 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,620 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,014 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 31,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 30,708 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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P52 GPY is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P52 GPY, 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 P52 GPY?

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What year was P52 GPY registered?

P52 GPY is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P52 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P52 GPY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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