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BU51 JNX

2001 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

98,479 mi
Last recorded98,479 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Fiat Ducato51,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JNX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 98,479 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 89,499 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 89,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 87,674 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 87,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 86,009 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured cab wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside rear - 3rd axle tyres severely cracked - dated 2001 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside rear tyres - 2nd axle - tyres dated 2008 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust corroding slightly

hub caps fitted to rear wheels - unable to inspect wheel bolts

nearside centre side marker light damaged & not working

nearside front side marker light lens missing - showing white light

nearside rear brake binding slightly - 3rd axle

offside centre side marker light not working

undertray cover fitted

Fail 9 Aug 2021 86,009 miles

Brake performance not tested due to nearside front road wheel loose (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring inadequately secured cab wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside rear - 3rd axle tyres severely cracked - dated 2001 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside rear tyres - 2nd axle - tyres dated 2008 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust corroding slightly

hub caps fitted to rear wheels - unable to inspect wheel bolts

nearside centre side marker light damaged & not working

nearside front side marker light lens missing - showing white light

nearside rear brake binding slightly - 3rd axle

offside centre side marker light not working

undertray cover fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,172 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 84,106 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 84,106 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Outline marker lamp not working central (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Outline marker lamp not working central (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 81,210 miles

BOTH HEADLAMP OUTER LENSE COVERS DETERIORATED

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

FOUR HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LAMPS INOPERATIVE

Fail 22 Sep 2017 81,210 miles

BOTH HEADLAMP OUTER LENSE COVERS DETERIORATED

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

BOTH THIRD AXLE TYRES PERISHED ON OUTER FACE

FOUR HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LAMPS INOPERATIVE

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 78,115 miles

EIGHT HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LAMPS INOPERATIVE

N/S/R/R OUTER TYRE WALL PERISHED

Pass 22 Sep 2015 74,173 miles

Both head lights have poor patten

Both tyres on 3rd axle are cracked on outer side wall

Couple of LED's in high level brake light are not working

Fail 22 Sep 2015 74,173 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both head lights have poor patten

Both tyres on 3rd axle are cracked on outer side wall

Couple of LED's in high level brake light are not working

Front brake pads look around 80% worn

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 70,015 miles

BOTH 2ND AXLE WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE PLAY

BOTH 3RD AXLE TYRES ARE PERISHED

BOTH HEADLAMP LENSES ARE OPAQUE

HEADLAMP MASKS INCORRECTLY POSITIONED FOR UK ROADS

N/S/F TYRE TREAD DEPTH ON WEAR MARKER INNER EDGE

O/S/F TYRE TREAD DEPTH APPROACHING WEAR MARKERS

POOR BEAM PATTERN ON O/S HEADLAMP

Pass 5 Sep 2013 66,190 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREAD DEPTH APPROACHING WEAR MARKERS

BOTH HEADLAMP LENSES OPAQUE, REQUIRE POLISHING

LEFT HAND DRIVE HEADLAMP UNITS FITTED WITH MASKS

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F WHEEL BEARING

Fail 5 Sep 2013 66,190 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREAD DEPTH APPROACHING WEAR MARKERS

BOTH HEADLAMP LENSES OPAQUE, REQUIRE POLISHING

LEFT HAND DRIVE HEADLAMP UNITS FITTED WITH MASKS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F WHEEL BEARING

Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,022 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2011 57,091 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 50,842 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 44,731 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 37,429 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 JNX is a 2001 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 BU51 JNX, 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 JNX registered?

BU51 JNX is a 2001 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is BU51 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 JNX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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