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Fiat Ducato

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,800 cc

T973 BSTMOT history

T973 BST is a white diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 77,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,153 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T973 BST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T973 BST was last recorded at 77,153 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2019: 69,039 miles, lower than 76,545 miles on 16 Jul 2018.

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
77,153 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,153 miles
  • 2025 – 76,160 miles
  • 2024 – 74,482 miles
  • 2023 – 73,644 miles
  • 2022 – 72,672 miles
  • 2020 – 71,214 miles
  • 2019 – 69,173 miles
  • 2018 – 76,545 miles
  • 2017 – 63,770 miles
  • 2016 – 61,052 miles
  • 2015 – 58,731 miles
  • 2014 – 57,215 miles
  • 2013 – 55,636 miles
  • 2012 – 53,777 miles
  • 2011 – 52,454 miles
  • 2010 – 50,178 miles
  • 2009 – 46,550 miles
  • 2008 – 42,419 miles
  • 2007 – 41,062 miles
  • 2006 – 37,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,153 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security holed and corroded at floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch holed and corrededRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,153 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    743144662760
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security holed and corroded at floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch holed and correded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,153 miles (+993)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    131022689619
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system corroded and burst (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security holed and corroded at floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch holed and correded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,160 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    773975312086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,158 miles (+1,676)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,158 miles
    Test number
    534323636847
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to n/s/f flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,482 miles (+838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,482 miles
    Test number
    483572232206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,644 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,644 miles
    Test number
    358577031056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,634 miles (+962)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    840571387522
    • MajorFront Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,672 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,672 miles
    Test number
    838729321708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,662 miles (+1,448)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,662 miles
    Test number
    234937495699
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,214 miles
    Test number
    549854337329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,214 miles (+2,041)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,214 miles
    Test number
    234441934008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass69,173 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,173 miles
    Test number
    946577732710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,039 miles (-7,506)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,039 miles
    Test number
    203071193084
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  14. Pass76,545 miles (+9,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    960428305061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass66,563 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,563 miles
    Test number
    659450993190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,770 miles
    Test number
    327317372896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail63,770 miles (+2,718)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,770 miles
    Test number
    755323643204
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass61,052 miles (+2,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,052 miles
    Test number
    608316839639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass58,731 miles (+1,516)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    245273165096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded

  20. Pass57,215 miles (+1,579)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,215 miles
    Test number
    536306364039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front inner wheel arch corroded

  21. Pass55,636 miles (+1,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,636 miles
    Test number
    257739553080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,777 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,777 miles
    Test number
    935261262004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,454 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,454 miles
    Test number
    445221861030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail52,454 miles (+2,276)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,454 miles
    Test number
    599981961030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass50,178 miles (+3,628)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,178 miles
    Test number
    694613860005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,550 miles (+4,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    383923349044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass42,419 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,419 miles
    Test number
    491174548016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,062 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,062 miles
    Test number
    131327027075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,509 miles
    Test number
    792831136051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T973 BST

Does T973 BST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T973 BST is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T973 BST?
The MOT on T973 BST is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T973 BST done?
T973 BST was recorded at 77,153 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,962 miles a year.
Has T973 BST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T973 BST has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T973 BST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T973 BST find?
T973 BST passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security holed and corroded at floor, and 7 more.

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