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T159 APX

1999 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

36,737 mi
Last recorded36,737 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Fiat Ducato64,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 APX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 36,737 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 35,930 miles

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

Exhaust rubbers perished

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis by front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 35,918 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Exhaust rubbers perished

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis by front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 34,709 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 33,487 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 31,022 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 31,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 28,330 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 25,101 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2019 25,081 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 20,739 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 20,603 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 19,784 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,113 miles

Front Valance corroded, both sides.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,036 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2014 19,036 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 19,032 miles

O/S handbrake cable touching water tank.

Fail 28 Feb 2013 19,030 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S handbrake cable touching water tank.

Pass 27 Feb 2012 18,756 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,466 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 18,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,975 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 17,965 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2007 16,667 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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T159 APX is a 1999 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 64,252 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 T159 APX, 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 27 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T159 APX registered?

T159 APX is a 1999 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T159 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T159 APX shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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