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TBZ 9693

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

139,111 mi
Last recorded139,111 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBZ 9693
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 139,111 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 138,910 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 135,376 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 133,512 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 131,220 miles

Chips in windscreen

Pass 25 Mar 2021 127,681 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Radiator lower cross member holed and corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2021 127,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Radiator lower cross member holed and corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2020 127,252 miles

all exhaust rubbers perished/ corroded

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2019 123,685 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 123,685 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 121,200 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 117,235 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 112,041 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 107,242 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 100,749 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 96,211 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 93,664 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 88,708 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 83,141 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 78,546 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 78,088 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 72,646 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 68,893 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 66,427 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 66,427 miles

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

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

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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TBZ 9693 is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 TBZ 9693, 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 TBZ 9693 registered?

TBZ 9693 is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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