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R875 PRA

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

49,288 mi
Last recorded49,288 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 PRA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 49,288 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 49,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 46,773 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ns/ofs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody undersealed

Pass 19 Aug 2023 46,654 miles

Front Suspension Components Corroded

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal All Welding Repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2023 46,648 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis Leg Inside Wheel Arch Chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Jacking Point Chalked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension Turret Chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 46,386 miles

General surface corrosion to front chassis / sub frame /inner wheel arches

Oil dampness from sump. (repairs made)

Welding repairs made to front chassis area (nearside and Offside)

Pass 4 Apr 2018 45,831 miles

Oil leak Sump repaired/leaking ()

Fail 28 Mar 2018 45,831 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill/Chassis out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch lower as marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch. Upper mounting are as marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Upper and lower bushes (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch rusty

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch/sill corroded but not within a prescribed area

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

Oil leak Sump repaired/leaking ()

Pass 7 Apr 2017 43,108 miles

Front n/s and o/s brake and suspension components corroded

exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Fail 6 Apr 2017 43,108 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch as marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill area as chalked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch as marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger as chalked (2.4.A.3)

Front n/s and o/s brake and suspension components corroded

exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2016 42,035 miles

front supension / brake and steering components corroded

sump corroded and slight oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2015 40,933 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front suspension components corroded

front underside of vehicle corroded

sump corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2015 40,933 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front suspension components corroded

front underside of vehicle corroded

sump corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2014 39,554 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 38,621 miles

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

offside upper marker lamp inoperative

Fail 10 Apr 2013 38,620 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

offside upper marker lamp inoperative

Pass 31 May 2012 38,494 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 36,040 miles

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

both sides outer sills starting to rust and inner sills

near side front inner wing starting to rust

off side upper side light not working

slight play in lowerr wishbone rear bushes

Fail 25 May 2011 36,040 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

near side front inner wing starting to rust

off side upper side light not working

slight play in lowerr wishbone rear bushes

Pass 21 Jun 2010 33,502 miles

both offside upper marker lights not working

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 30,679 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 30,679 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Axle beam distorted (2.5.A.5b)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 29,187 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 27,153 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 27,146 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

nearside front brake pad warning light wire broken

Pass 31 Oct 2005 24,905 miles

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

very slight play front & rear hubs

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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R875 PRA 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 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R875 PRA, 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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R875 PRA is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 13 November 1997.

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