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S753 JTP

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

35,749 mi
Last recorded35,749 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS753 JTP
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 35,749 miles

exhaust system deteriorated and slight leak

Pass 1 Jul 2025 34,358 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 32,925 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 14 Jul 2023 32,001 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

intermittent fault with ignition switch, not turning off

Fail 11 Jul 2023 32,001 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

ignition switch faulty, does not turn off

Pass 14 Jul 2022 31,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 31,275 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 29,533 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 29,529 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 28,615 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 28,613 miles

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

front brakes wearing uneven

o/s/f wheel bearing not checked,brake seized

Pass 25 Apr 2019 23,613 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 23,613 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 21,773 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 3 May 2018 21,773 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 21,413 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,406 miles

exhaust rusty

front suspension surface rust

Fail 1 May 2015 21,406 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust rusty

front suspension surface rust

Pass 1 Apr 2014 20,280 miles

glow plug light on n/s/f marker light not working

Pass 3 Apr 2013 19,350 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 18,745 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 18,745 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearsde rear tyre side wall cracked

spare wheel tyre side wall cracked

Pass 12 Feb 2011 16,510 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 14,174 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 13,516 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated

Fail 10 Aug 2009 13,501 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated

Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,410 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 9,960 miles

spare tyre perisehed

Pass 20 Jul 2006 9,133 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S753 JTP is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 66,334 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 S753 JTP, 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 28 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 S753 JTP registered?

S753 JTP is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 3 October 1998.

Is S753 JTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S753 JTP shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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