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W496 VEF

2000 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

90,604 mi
Last recorded90,604 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Fiat Ducato57,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW496 VEF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 90,604 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

o/s/f step lower area holed corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2025 89,253 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 87,202 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 86,402 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 85,472 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 83,356 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 79,404 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 79,404 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 77,069 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 75,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 72,837 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 70,310 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 70,265 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 70,257 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 70,072 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 69,257 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 68,521 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 59,933 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 59,933 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 52,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 52,934 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 46,298 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 46,298 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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W496 VEF is a 2000 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 57,673 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 W496 VEF, 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 26 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 W496 VEF registered?

W496 VEF is a 2000 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W496 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W496 VEF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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