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P742 MLG

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,359 mi
Last recorded76,359 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 MLG
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 76,359 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2025 76,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 75,522 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 75,011 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 74,236 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 73,377 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 73,377 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 72,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 72,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 72,169 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 71,389 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 70,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 70,388 miles

nearside front driveshaft boot requires cleaning and adaquetly securing

Pass 17 May 2011 69,640 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 69,624 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 22 Apr 2010 68,880 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 68,175 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 67,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 66,230 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 66,225 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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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P742 MLG is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P742 MLG, 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

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What year was P742 MLG registered?

P742 MLG is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P742 MLG safe to buy?

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