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Fiat Ducato

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,500 cc

P523 HRCMOT history

P523 HRC is a white diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 4 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 44,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

P523 HRC white Fiat Ducato – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat Ducato, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
44,042 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P523 HRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P523 HRC was last recorded at 44,042 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,020 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,042 miles
  • 2023 – 43,148 miles
  • 2021 – 42,356 miles
  • 2020 – 41,866 miles
  • 2019 – 40,236 miles
  • 2018 – 38,701 miles
  • 2017 – 37,866 miles
  • 2016 – 36,912 miles
  • 2015 – 35,969 miles
  • 2014 – 34,576 miles
  • 2013 – 33,089 miles
  • 2012 – 32,620 miles
  • 2011 – 31,958 miles
  • 2010 – 29,989 miles
  • 2009 – 28,942 miles
  • 2008 – 28,293 miles
  • 2007 – 27,844 miles
  • 2006 – 26,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,042 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,042 miles (+22)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    44,042 miles
    Test number
    574431565042
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail44,020 miles (+872)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,020 miles
    Test number
    660664479336
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass43,148 miles (+792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    43,148 miles
    Test number
    181707363415
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear compensating valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/ step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass42,356 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,356 miles
    Test number
    127728710070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail42,332 miles (+466)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,332 miles
    Test number
    523565411529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure mountings corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass41,866 miles (+1,630)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,866 miles
    Test number
    851457170318
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass40,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    714787326401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,236 miles (+1,535)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    216077417964
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass38,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,701 miles
    Test number
    516766141276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,701 miles (+835)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,701 miles
    Test number
    929702559565
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass37,866 miles (+954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    115700688303
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body

  12. Pass36,912 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,912 miles
    Test number
    237800412809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,969 miles (+1,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,969 miles
    Test number
    607461635125
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass34,576 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,576 miles
    Test number
    318939424111
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail34,504 miles (+1,415)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,504 miles
    Test number
    977541224197
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass33,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,089 miles
    Test number
    545133723135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,089 miles (+469)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,089 miles
    Test number
    466313723159
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass32,620 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,620 miles
    Test number
    835096562147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,958 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,958 miles
    Test number
    317820741115
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  20. Fail31,954 miles (+1,965)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,954 miles
    Test number
    546493821114
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  21. Pass29,989 miles (+1,047)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,989 miles
    Test number
    614486600119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,942 miles (+649)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,942 miles
    Test number
    241205929185
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

  23. Pass28,293 miles (+449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    183353118166
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

  24. Pass27,844 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    264860127178
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked but not affecting view to the rear

  25. Fail27,844 miles (+1,343)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    993450227142
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked but not affecting view to the rear

  26. Pass26,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,501 miles
    Test number
    124967216176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P523 HRC

Does P523 HRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P523 HRC is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on P523 HRC?
The MOT on P523 HRC is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P523 HRC done?
P523 HRC was recorded at 44,042 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 885 miles a year.
Has P523 HRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P523 HRC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on P523 HRC 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 P523 HRC find?
P523 HRC passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing /step area; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake compensator, and 2 more.

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