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Fiat Ducato

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,286 cc

T538 ELGMOT history

T538 ELG is a white diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 28,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
28,375 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 ELG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,286 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 ELG was last recorded at 28,375 miles on 19 May 2026, 573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,802 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
573 miles
Average per year
654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,375 miles
  • 2025 – 27,802 miles
  • 2024 – 27,764 miles
  • 2023 – 27,720 miles
  • 2022 – 27,127 miles
  • 2021 – 26,422 miles
  • 2019 – 26,227 miles
  • 2018 – 25,802 miles
  • 2017 – 25,288 miles
  • 2016 – 24,513 miles
  • 2015 – 23,546 miles
  • 2014 – 22,841 miles
  • 2013 – 21,910 miles
  • 2012 – 21,051 miles
  • 2011 – 20,165 miles
  • 2010 – 19,450 miles
  • 2009 – 18,950 miles
  • 2008 – 18,483 miles
  • 2007 – 16,902 miles
  • 2006 – 16,005 miles
  • 2005 – 14,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,375 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing metal brake pipes lightly corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,375 miles (+573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    312528376256
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass27,802 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    27,802 miles
    Test number
    390824190044
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass27,764 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    27,764 miles
    Test number
    865163445569
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass27,720 miles (+593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    27,720 miles
    Test number
    278785886836
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass27,127 miles (+705)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    27,127 miles
    Test number
    530064133818
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass26,422 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    107628054485
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing metal brake pipes lightly corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear metal brake pipe lightly corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arches/inner sills lightly corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg lightly corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front upper light marker not working.
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play very slight play in both front and rear wheel bearings. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail26,422 miles (+195)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    920587988130
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both front. (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front. (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing metal brake pipes lightly corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear metal brake pipe lightly corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arches/inner sills lightly corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg lightly corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front upper light marker not working.
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play very slight play in both front and rear wheel bearings. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass26,227 miles (+425)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    605064458703
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing metal brake pipes corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipe corroding at front. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and o/s inner sill lightly corroding.
    • AdvisoryO/s front chassis lightly corroding.

  9. Pass25,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    374282901460
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail25,802 miles (+514)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    654796775086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass25,288 miles (+775)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,288 miles
    Test number
    588418178336
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wing metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s front height marker lens missing.

  12. Pass24,513 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    517306981389
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wing metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  13. Fail24,513 miles (+967)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    568226652806
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wing metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  14. Pass23,546 miles (+705)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,546 miles
    Test number
    876266175114
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to smear screen, recommend replacing soon.
    • NoteFront radiator surport/ front crossmember heavily corroded recommend replacing.

  15. Pass22,841 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    648235784175
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail22,841 miles (+931)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    275365084138
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass21,910 miles (+859)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    21,910 miles
    Test number
    835258273199
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront crossmember corroding.

  18. Pass21,051 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,051 miles
    Test number
    505140902266
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on outer sidewalls
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on outer sidewalls

  19. Fail21,044 miles (+879)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,044 miles
    Test number
    766563192115
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on outer sidewalls
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on outer sidewalls

  20. Pass20,165 miles (+715)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,165 miles
    Test number
    435316391137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront crossmember corroding.
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s rear lamp lens.
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s rear no plate lamp.

  21. Pass19,450 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,450 miles
    Test number
    994721580148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre outter side wall slighty perishing

  22. Fail19,450 miles (+500)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,450 miles
    Test number
    984591980195
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre outter side wall slighty perishing

  23. Pass18,950 miles (+467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,950 miles
    Test number
    273167579461
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass18,483 miles (+1,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,483 miles
    Test number
    502556298109
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail16,902 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,902 miles
    Test number
    200648797164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s rear lamp lens.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings.
    • NoteSlight play in steering.

  26. Pass16,902 miles (+897)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    16,902 miles
    Test number
    582418797142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s rear lamp lens.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings.
    • NoteSlight play in steering.

  27. Pass16,005 miles (+1,250)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,005 miles
    Test number
    723415396192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front wheel bearing.

  28. Pass14,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    14,755 miles
    Test number
    251279195401
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about T538 ELG

Does T538 ELG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 ELG is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T538 ELG?
The MOT on T538 ELG is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T538 ELG done?
T538 ELG was recorded at 28,375 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 654 miles a year.
Has T538 ELG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 ELG has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T538 ELG 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 T538 ELG find?
T538 ELG passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front wheel bearing has slight play both sides.

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