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Fiat Ducato

Black and Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 2,499 cc

P786 EJMMOT history

P786 EJM is a black and grey diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 20 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

P786 EJM black Fiat Ducato – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat Ducato, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2024
Mileage
140,689 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P786 EJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
Black and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
20 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

P786 EJM was last recorded at 140,689 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 3,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jul 2008: 71,455 miles, lower than 140,409 miles on 16 Aug 2007.
  • 4 Mar 2015: 10,067 miles, lower than 96,939 miles on 7 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
137,193 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,496 miles
Average per year
200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,689 miles
  • 2023 – 137,193 miles
  • 2022 – 132,379 miles
  • 2021 – 126,582 miles
  • 2019 – 115,278 miles
  • 2018 – 108,715 miles
  • 2017 – 104,288 miles
  • 2016 – 103,792 miles
  • 2015 – 10,067 miles
  • 2014 – 96,939 miles
  • 2013 – 94,965 miles
  • 2012 – 85,861 miles
  • 2011 – 82,982 miles
  • 2009 – 76,236 miles
  • 2008 – 71,455 miles
  • 2007 – 140,409 miles
  • 2006 – 136,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,689 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear tyres slightly perished on walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Park brake low effort advise further inspection 18%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,689 miles (+3,496)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,689 miles
    Test number
    613915177396
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,193 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    137,193 miles
    Test number
    627713069328
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail137,151 miles (+4,772)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,151 miles
    Test number
    480958784708
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger multiple (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger multiple (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,379 miles
    Test number
    500385006843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,379 miles (+5,797)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,379 miles
    Test number
    894243023193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass126,582 miles (+11,304)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    126,582 miles
    Test number
    253957827097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,278 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    565267797907
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished on walls
    • AdvisoryPark brake low effort advise further inspection 18%

  8. Fail115,259 miles (+6,544)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    859639126278
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished on walls
    • AdvisoryPark brake low effort advise further inspection 18%

  9. Pass108,715 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,715 miles
    Test number
    654580758572
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately screw in lever (3.1.8)
    • AdvisoryCan not operate hand brake properly due to seat having restricted movement due to bulkhead behind drivers seat
    • AdvisoryHand brake effort 16%
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  10. Fail108,710 miles (+4,422)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,710 miles
    Test number
    769550305718
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings hold and corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately screw in lever (3.1.8)
    • AdvisoryCan not operate hand brake properly due to seat having restricted movement due to bulkhead behind drivers seat
    • AdvisoryHand brake effort 16%
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  11. Pass104,288 miles (+496)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,288 miles
    Test number
    812452376147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,792 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,792 miles
    Test number
    565162008997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail103,792 miles (+93,725)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,792 miles
    Test number
    382667004714
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass10,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,067 miles
    Test number
    436809965033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail10,067 miles (-86,872)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,067 miles
    Test number
    807853865093
    • FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass96,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,939 miles
    Test number
    158276064472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,939 miles (+1,974)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,939 miles
    Test number
    199112564426
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

  18. Pass94,965 miles (+9,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    709135983012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass85,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,861 miles
    Test number
    109830992443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail85,861 miles (+2,879)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,861 miles
    Test number
    916524072039
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside front outer sill corroded

  21. Pass82,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,982 miles
    Test number
    907001491007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,982 miles (+6,746)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,982 miles
    Test number
    858430991094
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  23. Pass76,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,236 miles
    Test number
    532665129207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,236 miles (+4,781)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,236 miles
    Test number
    221874329260
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  25. Pass71,455 miles (-68,954)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,455 miles
    Test number
    180839198191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass140,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    140,409 miles
    Test number
    412118827262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail140,409 miles (+3,491)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,409 miles
    Test number
    290215227291
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from engine

  28. Pass136,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    136,918 miles
    Test number
    590762126233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P786 EJM

Does P786 EJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P786 EJM expired on 22 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P786 EJM?
The MOT on P786 EJM expired on 22 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P786 EJM done?
P786 EJM was recorded at 140,689 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 200 miles a year.
Has P786 EJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P786 EJM has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on P786 EJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P786 EJM find?
P786 EJM failed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 6 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 4 more.

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