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548 FUB

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,078 mi
Last recorded34,078 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration548 FUB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 34,078 miles

Front brake discs corrored

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

suspension areas corrored

Fail 10 Apr 2017 34,068 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking rear brake area (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs corrored

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

suspension areas corrored

Pass 13 May 2014 33,729 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 33,701 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,397 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 May 2011 31,674 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 31,672 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 29,131 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 28,651 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 27,629 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 27,629 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?

Based on 1,962,737 MOT tests across 142,446 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
2,630
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
142,446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30,287
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,216
Registration plate lamp not working 27,458
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22,732
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548 FUB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 67,346 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Ducato fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 34,174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 548 FUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ducato typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 548 FUB registered?

548 FUB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is 548 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 548 FUB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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