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BU51 JNF

2001 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

206,182 mi
Last recorded206,182 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Fiat Ducato51,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JNF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 206,182 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 199,812 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 199,627 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 199,627 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 3 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 199,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 187,981 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 181,317 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 181,317 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 174,759 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 174,267 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 166,397 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 166,397 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe corroded. (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber torn (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 158,397 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 150,024 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 139,746 miles

centre and rear exhaust section showing early signs of deterioration.

Fail 17 Sep 2012 129,735 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 129,735 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 122,061 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 122,061 miles

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

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

exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated.

Pass 28 Sep 2010 110,724 miles

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

o/s/f sidemarker light out

Pass 28 Sep 2009 99,992 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 90,853 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 80,128 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2006 64,956 miles

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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BU51 JNF is a 2001 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 51,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU51 JNF, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU51 JNF registered?

BU51 JNF is a 2001 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 8 October 2001.

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