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T197 LAR

1999 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,357 mi
Last recorded50,357 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Fiat Ducato64,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 LAR
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2026 50,357 miles

Exhaust system insecure rubbers (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working marker light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

slight engine oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2025 49,904 miles

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

Rear brakes slightly binding

exhaust rubbers perishing

Pass 26 Jun 2024 49,126 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

engine oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2024 49,125 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

engine oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2023 48,027 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2023 48,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Central Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 31 May 2022 47,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 45,086 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses in wheel arches (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sill to outer sill under cab steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside strut turret to inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2021 45,086 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses in wheel arches (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sill to outer sill under cab steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside strut turret to inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 44,454 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rubber mounts starting to perish (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner and outer sill has surface corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside perished advise to replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,806 miles

End of nearside sill has small area of corrosion

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 41,333 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2017 40,364 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,529 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside and offside cross member (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 37,529 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside and offside cross member (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2015 35,449 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 34,150 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 34,147 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak engine

Pass 5 Mar 2013 33,461 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 33,461 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 31,750 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 30,183 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,472 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,665 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 28,174 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 23,455 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 22,551 miles

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Fail 6 Jun 2006 22,551 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

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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T197 LAR is a 1999 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T197 LAR, 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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T197 LAR is a 1999 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 6 April 1999.

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