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J170 HGW

1992 Fiat Ducato

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,558 mi
Last recorded50,558 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Fiat Ducato86,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ170 HGW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 50,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 49,737 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 48,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 47,130 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 45,147 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 42,999 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 41,272 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 41,272 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 38,995 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 38,598 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 37,713 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 36,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 May 2012 34,296 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2012 34,296 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 32,876 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 32,111 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 32,111 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,740 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 29,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J170 HGW is a 1992 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 86,936 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 J170 HGW, 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 34 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J170 HGW registered?

J170 HGW is a 1992 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 19 May 1992.

Is J170 HGW safe to buy?

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