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Fiat Ducato

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,971 cc

L97 VOWMOT history

L97 VOW is a white petrol Fiat Ducato first used on 3 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 80,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,460 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L97 VOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L97 VOW was last recorded at 80,460 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,077 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,383 miles
Average per year
1,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,460 miles
  • 2025 – 79,077 miles
  • 2024 – 77,656 miles
  • 2023 – 76,104 miles
  • 2022 – 74,655 miles
  • 2021 – 72,450 miles
  • 2020 – 71,637 miles
  • 2019 – 67,659 miles
  • 2018 – 65,245 miles
  • 2017 – 62,825 miles
  • 2016 – 61,186 miles
  • 2015 – 60,305 miles
  • 2014 – 58,584 miles
  • 2013 – 56,422 miles
  • 2012 – 55,823 miles
  • 2011 – 54,530 miles
  • 2010 – 52,156 miles
  • 2009 – 50,105 miles
  • 2008 – 48,809 miles
  • 2007 – 45,984 miles
  • 2006 – 41,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,460 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    893939059102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  2. Fail80,460 miles (+1,383)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    322076621973
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  3. Pass79,077 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    79,077 miles
    Test number
    919997966838
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  4. Fail79,077 miles (+1,421)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,077 miles
    Test number
    517510259908
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass77,656 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,656 miles
    Test number
    711705059937
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded

  6. Fail77,656 miles (+1,552)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,656 miles
    Test number
    920466325612
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded

  7. Pass76,104 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,104 miles
    Test number
    967030289451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,101 miles (+1,446)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,101 miles
    Test number
    640866089221
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass74,655 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,655 miles
    Test number
    905803757510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    711013103485
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,450 miles (+813)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    668516564472
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass71,637 miles (+3,978)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    665731148623
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass67,659 miles (+2,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    258344836575
    • AdvisoryALL EXHAUST RUBBERS CRACKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SHOCKER DAMP
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARING

  14. Pass65,245 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    565347653442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust maniflod to front pipe slightly blowing

  15. Fail65,240 miles (+2,415)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,240 miles
    Test number
    792792414966
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT 2 BACK (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded AXLE (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass62,825 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    589588855063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,186 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,186 miles
    Test number
    141896906837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,305 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,305 miles
    Test number
    146712785434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,584 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    119976184017
    • NoteFanbelt in poor and ready to snap

  20. Fail58,584 miles (+2,162)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    758296984084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteFanbelt in poor and ready to snap

  21. Pass56,422 miles (+599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    778614183027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Fail55,823 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,823 miles
    Test number
    619563792040
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass55,823 miles (+1,293)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,823 miles
    Test number
    735673392025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,530 miles
    Test number
    475667891018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail54,530 miles (+2,374)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,530 miles
    Test number
    259864991065
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass52,156 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    344810190026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Fail52,156 miles (+2,051)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    360100290052
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass50,105 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,105 miles
    Test number
    574927599007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteExhaust tailpipe blown

  29. Fail50,105 miles (+1,296)4 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,105 miles
    Test number
    172312599492
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteExhaust tailpipe blown
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  30. Pass48,809 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,809 miles
    Test number
    332677088020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass45,984 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,984 miles
    Test number
    283598377084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass41,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,536 miles
    Test number
    103736586067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L97 VOW

Does L97 VOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L97 VOW is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L97 VOW?
The MOT on L97 VOW is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L97 VOW done?
L97 VOW was recorded at 80,460 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 1,912 miles a year.
Has L97 VOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L97 VOW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L97 VOW 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 L97 VOW find?
L97 VOW passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; general corrosion.

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