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Fiat Ducato

White and Gold · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L83 GDVMOT history

L83 GDV is a white and gold diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 1 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 172,035 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
172,035 km
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,277 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L83 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White and Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L83 GDV was last recorded at 172,035 km on 20 Jul 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,035 km · 15 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
4,277 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,035 km
  • 2025 – 170,410 km
  • 2024 – 168,564 km
  • 2023 – 166,829 km
  • 2019 – 163,815 km
  • 2016 – 156,716 km
  • 2014 – 146,620 km
  • 2012 – 131,371 km
  • 2007 – 90,718 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,035 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,035 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    172,035 km
    Test number
    868544996155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail172,035 km (+1,625)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,035 km
    Test number
    304766591571
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,410 km (+1,846)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    170,410 km
    Test number
    967027587933
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,564 km (+1,735)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    168,564 km
    Test number
    162167860641
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass166,829 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    166,829 km
    Test number
    938548571378
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass165,346 miles (+995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    165,346 miles
    Test number
    200309307970
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Pass164,351 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    164,351 miles
    Test number
    882467879885
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail164,351 miles1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,351 miles
    Test number
    919196739284
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass163,815 km2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,815 km
    Test number
    942651660915
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryTow bar mounting area corroded

  10. Fail163,815 km4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,815 km
    Test number
    909518425205
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryTow bar mounting area corroded

  11. Pass163,272 miles (+954)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    163,272 miles
    Test number
    348229997991
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose ferrels corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S Handbrake cable outer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  12. Pass162,318 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    162,318 miles
    Test number
    950509498889
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing slight corrosion

  13. Fail162,318 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,318 miles
    Test number
    894770254318
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside o/s and n/s (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing slight corrosion

  14. Pass156,716 km7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    156,716 km
    Test number
    231664343587
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll rear leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

  15. Fail156,716 km4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,716 km
    Test number
    828167833224
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll rear leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

  16. Pass151,686 miles (+88)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    590797939657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOne exhaust mount broken but not effecting support of exhaust

  17. Fail151,598 miles6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,598 miles
    Test number
    730299451145
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOne exhaust mount broken but not effecting support of exhaust

  18. Pass146,620 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    146,620 km
    Test number
    736034584194
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail146,620 miles (+3,708)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,620 miles
    Test number
    149854084153
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass142,912 miles (+62)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    142,912 miles
    Test number
    277462493406
    • NoteBoth rear tyres microw cracking

  21. Fail142,850 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,850 miles
    Test number
    366156583199
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres microw cracking

  22. Pass131,371 km2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    131,371 km
    Test number
    236311082408
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • NoteBelt squeal idler rusty
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe gone on end

  23. Fail137,371 km1 failure2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,371 km
    Test number
    796481182189
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • NoteBelt squeal idler rusty
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe gone on end

  24. Pass132,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    132,028 miles
    Test number
    249559281197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  25. Fail132,028 miles (+17,006)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,028 miles
    Test number
    179577381103
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  26. Pass115,022 miles (+10,676)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    115,022 miles
    Test number
    601108280174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  27. Pass104,346 miles (+5,427)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,346 miles
    Test number
    731892789103
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteTraces of oil found on underdray

  28. Pass98,919 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    98,919 miles
    Test number
    821709678167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass90,718 km (+24)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    90,718 km
    Test number
    610660707205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail90,694 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,694 km
    Test number
    242205897418
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass89,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    89,939 miles
    Test number
    272940246198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L83 GDV

Does L83 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L83 GDV is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L83 GDV?
The MOT on L83 GDV is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L83 GDV done?
L83 GDV was recorded at 172,035 km at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,277 km a year.
Has L83 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L83 GDV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L83 GDV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L83 GDV find?
L83 GDV passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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