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R397 ARP

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

74,198 mi
Last recorded74,198 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 ARP
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 74,198 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

corrosion starting under and around vehicle

Fail 10 Apr 2026 74,198 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

corrosion starting under and around vehicle

Pass 28 Feb 2025 73,714 miles

advise slight corrosion underbody front and rear

Pass 24 Jan 2024 72,477 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to front inner arches and chassis

Fail 12 Jan 2024 72,474 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to front inner arches and chassis

corrosion to underside of door steps

Pass 18 Oct 2022 71,267 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 68,950 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 67,438 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 65,910 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 64,642 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 64,060 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 63,788 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 63,233 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight offside brake bind

Pass 1 May 2014 62,423 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 62,147 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 62,147 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 61,089 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 61,079 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 60,235 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 58,741 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2009 54,768 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 54,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 53,682 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 53,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 52,829 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 52,829 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 44,114 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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R397 ARP is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 R397 ARP, 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 R397 ARP registered?

R397 ARP is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R397 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R397 ARP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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