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Fiat Ducato

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,800 cc

Y281 XAEMOT history

Y281 XAE is a silver diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 1 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 113,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

Y281 XAE silver Fiat Ducato – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Fiat Ducato, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
113,167 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 XAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 XAE was last recorded at 113,167 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 1,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,896 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,271 miles
Average per year
4,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,167 miles
  • 2025 – 111,896 miles
  • 2024 – 110,716 miles
  • 2023 – 109,791 miles
  • 2022 – 109,389 miles
  • 2021 – 108,987 miles
  • 2020 – 108,168 miles
  • 2019 – 107,250 miles
  • 2018 – 105,938 miles
  • 2017 – 104,249 miles
  • 2016 – 101,590 miles
  • 2015 – 100,167 miles
  • 2014 – 92,525 miles
  • 2013 – 86,676 miles
  • 2012 – 77,460 miles
  • 2011 – 71,567 miles
  • 2010 – 69,635 miles
  • 2009 – 62,575 miles
  • 2008 – 52,227 miles
  • 2007 – 40,796 miles
  • 2006 – 33,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,167 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both fronts (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill under sliding door rusted & weak but not structural
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,167 miles (+1,271)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,167 miles
    Test number
    445465517953
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both fronts (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill under sliding door rusted & weak but not structural
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  2. Pass111,896 miles (+1,180)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,896 miles
    Test number
    332230515620
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass110,716 miles (+925)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    110,716 miles
    Test number
    212826379785
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass109,791 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,791 miles
    Test number
    410709201422
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAbove offside leaf spring corroded but not within 30cm of a mount
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside centre inner sill
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill

  5. Fail109,791 miles (+402)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,791 miles
    Test number
    189202956855
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAbove offside leaf spring corroded but not within 30cm of a mount
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside centre inner sill
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill

  6. Pass109,389 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,389 miles
    Test number
    648849234916
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,380 miles (+393)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    384991540218
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded

  8. Pass108,987 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,987 miles
    Test number
    850704229146
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail108,986 miles (+818)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,986 miles
    Test number
    934256008621
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting in area of subframe mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,168 miles (+918)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,168 miles
    Test number
    678730456125
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass107,250 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,250 miles
    Test number
    645487038614
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail107,249 miles (+1,311)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,249 miles
    Test number
    620426727790
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe 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 spring shackle area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass105,938 miles (+1,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,938 miles
    Test number
    412247623483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass104,249 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,249 miles
    Test number
    916972194097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail104,248 miles (+2,658)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    973250082255
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe, above side steep (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass101,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,590 miles
    Test number
    150274540361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,590 miles (+1,423)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,590 miles
    Test number
    896683209131
    • Repaired at testBraking system leaking Nearside front brake pipe corroded (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass100,167 miles (+19)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,167 miles
    Test number
    606953025291
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded outside prescribed area

  19. Fail100,148 miles (+7,623)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,148 miles
    Test number
    556237715207
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteExhaust mounts missing but system still supported
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded outside prescribed area

  20. Pass92,525 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,525 miles
    Test number
    829168814201
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded

  21. Fail92,525 miles (+5,849)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,525 miles
    Test number
    958148714290
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded

  22. Pass86,676 miles (+59)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    697718713263
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  23. Fail86,617 miles (+9,157)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,617 miles
    Test number
    719594103285
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  24. Pass77,460 miles (+71)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,460 miles
    Test number
    235985892102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  25. Fail77,389 miles (+5,822)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,389 miles
    Test number
    897140582165
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  26. Pass71,567 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,567 miles
    Test number
    626448471112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,635 miles (+7,060)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,635 miles
    Test number
    361288000323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail62,575 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    671303919346
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass62,575 miles (+10,348)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    674193919384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass52,227 miles (+11,431)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,227 miles
    Test number
    512155018354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass40,796 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,796 miles
    Test number
    893566687105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass33,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,692 miles
    Test number
    274867976152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 XAE

Does Y281 XAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 XAE is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 XAE?
The MOT on Y281 XAE is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 XAE done?
Y281 XAE was recorded at 113,167 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 4,018 miles a year.
Has Y281 XAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 XAE has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y281 XAE 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 Y281 XAE find?
Y281 XAE passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both fronts; nearside outer sill under sliding door rusted & weak but not structural; offside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess.

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