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R901 BCA

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests31 (18 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate58.1%

Mileage

69,038 mi
Last recorded69,038 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 BCA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 13 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 69,038 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

n/s outer cv gaiter leaking slightly from pin hole

parking brake lever stiff

Fail 20 Apr 2026 69,036 miles

Exhaust system insecure front mounting rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Position lamp not working with ignition off (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

n/s outer cv gaiter leaking slightly from pin hole

parking brake lever stiff

Fail 6 Sep 2023 69,021 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 68,522 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 68,522 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering within 30cm of engine cross member mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2021 67,791 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 66,923 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 66,818 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 66,196 miles

Nearside Front floor corroded

Offside Front floor corroded

Offside Front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 13 May 2016 64,734 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

rear side facing seat belts faulty

Fail 13 May 2016 64,734 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to underside of vehicle

rear side facing seat belts faulty

Pass 22 May 2015 64,025 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2015 64,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,182 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s front to rear metal brake pipe corroding.

Fail 13 Mar 2014 60,182 miles

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

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s front to rear metal brake pipe corroding.

Pass 9 Apr 2013 57,326 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 57,326 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2012 52,365 miles

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

Slight bearing play to both rear wheels

Pass 23 Aug 2012 52,365 miles

Slight bearing play to both rear wheels

Pass 2 Aug 2011 47,990 miles

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

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,420 miles

discolouration of both front indicators

nearside rear shocker damp

offside front shocker damp

slight corrosion on underside of both step panels

surface cracks on both nearside tyres

Fail 17 Aug 2010 46,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

discolouration of both front indicators

nearside rear shocker damp

offside front shocker damp

slight corrosion on underside of both step panels

surface cracks on both nearside tyres

Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,026 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 45,005 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 41,939 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 41,939 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 40,279 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 40,279 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2007 39,749 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 39,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2006 35,215 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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R901 BCA is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.1%.

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 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 R901 BCA, 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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R901 BCA is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 20 August 1997.

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