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D148 DLN

1987 Fiat Ducato

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

884,969 mi
Last recorded884,969 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
Typical for 1987 Fiat Ducato76,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD148 DLN
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 884,969 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 884,969 miles

Semaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 88,499 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

rear leaf spring rubbers deteriating

wiring on vehicle insecure and loose

battery insecure

Fail 14 Mar 2012 88,496 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

rear leaf spring rubbers deteriating

wiring on vehicle insecure and loose

battery insecure

Pass 18 Mar 2011 88,510 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bodywork in poor condition

front brake discs worn

nearside headlight lens missing

Fail 10 Mar 2011 88,496 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bodywork in poor condition

front brake discs worn

nearside headlight lens missing

Pass 8 Feb 2010 88,496 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 88,496 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

tracking out

Pass 6 Mar 2009 84,403 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

offside rear body damaged

Pass 8 Feb 2008 70,923 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 69,467 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 69,461 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 69,461 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Surface corrosion on front brake discs

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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D148 DLN is a 1987 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1987 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 76,227 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 D148 DLN, 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 39 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D148 DLN is a 1987 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 2 June 1987.

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