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VA17 OVU

2017 Fiat Ducato

Grey Diesel 2287cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

53,864 mi
Last recorded53,864 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Fiat Ducato55,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA17 OVU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,287cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 53,864 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 53,864 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 42,727 miles

Engine oil on minimum

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 42,718 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted corner (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil on minimum

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Remaining pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 29,159 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 29,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high at/above zero line--- beamset (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high at/above zero line--- beamset (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment 7 free play operates 8-12---adjust front cable (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 20,423 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 18,060 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 18,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 15,370 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020

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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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VA17 OVU is a 2017 Fiat Ducato in Grey with a 2,287cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 55,422 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 VA17 OVU, 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 9 years old, this Fiat Ducato is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VA17 OVU registered?

VA17 OVU is a 2017 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 11 July 2017.

Is VA17 OVU safe to buy?

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