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WLZ 2130

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,719 mi
Last recorded52,719 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLZ 2130
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 52,719 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 52,716 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 49,326 miles

wheel arch corroded

Fail 29 Aug 2019 49,312 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

both rear tyres perishing

some corrosion to n/s front inner wheel arch

Pass 10 Sep 2018 48,489 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 48,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 48,341 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 47,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Chassis bung rotted out (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 47,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Chassis bung rotted out (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 47,506 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 4,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,600 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 46,238 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 45,705 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 44,201 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 30,305 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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WLZ 2130 is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 67,346 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 WLZ 2130, 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 29 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 WLZ 2130 registered?

WLZ 2130 is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is WLZ 2130 safe to buy?

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