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E498 MVC

1988 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,997 mi
Last recorded105,997 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1988 Fiat Ducato76,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE498 MVC
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 105,997 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 105,985 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 105,181 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 104,291 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 103,023 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 103,023 miles

Centre Rear Brake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 102,315 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 102,315 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 100,521 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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E498 MVC is a 1988 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 76,626 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 E498 MVC, 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 38 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E498 MVC registered?

E498 MVC is a 1988 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is E498 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E498 MVC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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