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R16 WMH

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,351 mi
Last recorded88,351 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 WMH
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 88,351 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 88,344 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg/towing point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to bulk head inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced cab step inner and outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to bulk head inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front inner wing to chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bolt loose (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 86,855 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 80,084 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 80,084 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 78,198 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 78,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 76,728 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 76,728 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 7,402 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 7,402 miles

Nearside Front Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))

Offside Front Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 72,565 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 71,217 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 71,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 69,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 68,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2015 67,493 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 62,648 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 58,517 miles

end on tailpipe missing

Fail 18 May 2013 58,494 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

end on tailpipe missing

osr top marker light out

Pass 19 May 2012 54,112 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 41,904 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 33,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 28,941 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,377 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight smear on front wipers

Pass 8 Dec 2006 23,761 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 23,076 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 23,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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R16 WMH 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 71.4%.

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 R16 WMH, 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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R16 WMH is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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