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YY16 VLZ

2016 Fiat Ducato

Yellow Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

262,502 mi
Last recorded262,502 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Fiat Ducato49,643 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY16 VLZ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 262,502 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2024 262,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached may also be worn and require new joint (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2023 254,667 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 228,786 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 228,786 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2021 196,908 miles
Fail 31 May 2021 196,908 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 163,412 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shocker dust cover poor condition

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside NSR Handbrake effort low in comparison to OS advise attention.

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play up/down (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 21 May 2020 163,411 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shocker dust cover poor condition

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside NSR Handbrake effort low in comparison to OS advise attention.

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play up/down (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2019 121,555 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 121,538 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 89,849 miles

slight movement in rear pan hard rod ball joint

Pass 1 Jun 2017 42,738 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 42,738 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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YY16 VLZ is a 2016 Fiat Ducato in Yellow with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2016 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 49,643 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 YY16 VLZ, 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 10 years old, this Fiat Ducato is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YY16 VLZ registered?

YY16 VLZ is a 2016 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 9 June 2016.

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