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VSJ 971

2001 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,957 mi
Last recorded73,957 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Fiat Ducato51,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSJ 971
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 73,957 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 73,931 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 73,894 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 72,614 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 72,614 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking rack and pinion (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 69,977 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack slight leak (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,667 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 64,459 miles

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

wheel trims fitted on 3 road wheels,offside rear one missing

Pass 18 Apr 2018 61,229 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front crossmember rusty

wheel trims fitted on all 4 road wheels

Pass 3 Feb 2017 59,769 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 57,078 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 53,444 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 53,438 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 49,760 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 46,626 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 41,251 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 37,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 37,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 37,241 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 34,148 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 31,119 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 29,490 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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VSJ 971 is a 2001 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 51,666 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 VSJ 971, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSJ 971?

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What year was VSJ 971 registered?

VSJ 971 is a 2001 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is VSJ 971 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSJ 971 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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