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A838 GAL

1984 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2428cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,800 mi
Last recorded155,800 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1984 Fiat Ducato75,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA838 GAL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,428cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 155,800 miles

Body has slight corrosion underneath (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 153,424 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all tyres cracked

Fail 11 Apr 2016 153,414 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage side strips (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all tyres cracked

Fail 10 May 2010 148,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

very slightly to much handbrake travel. both front inner wings freshly undersealed but all apeers to be solid

Pass 10 May 2010 148,109 miles

very slightly to much handbrake travel. both front inner wings freshly undersealed but all apeers to be solid

Fail 19 Sep 2008 239,082 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 239,082 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 238,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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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A838 GAL is a 1984 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,428cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 75,705 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 A838 GAL, 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 42 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A838 GAL registered?

A838 GAL is a 1984 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1984.

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