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E46 SON

1987 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2445cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,762 mi
Last recorded153,762 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Fiat Ducato76,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE46 SON
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,445cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 153,762 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 153,714 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 151,900 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 150,459 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 150,092 miles

marker lights not working

Fail 12 Sep 2022 150,090 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

marker lights not working

Pass 17 Sep 2021 150,051 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing has some corrosion

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2013 150,011 miles

centre exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 13 Sep 2012 49,968 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 49,714 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 49,662 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2009 49,652 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 49,652 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 49,440 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 49,187 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 47,658 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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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E46 SON is a 1987 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,445cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 E46 SON, 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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What year was E46 SON registered?

E46 SON is a 1987 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E46 SON safe to buy?

The MOT history for E46 SON shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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