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G243 DCX

1989 Fiat Ducato

Cream Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,873 mi
Last recorded52,873 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1989 Fiat Ducato77,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG243 DCX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 52,873 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened requires discs when pads wear out (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 52,863 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near o/s arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides cracking in thread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2020 51,753 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 51,751 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure rubber s broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering behind shocker (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2019 51,060 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,836 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 50,833 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 50,522 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 50,509 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 50,496 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 49,880 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 49,862 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 49,444 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 48,414 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 42,231 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 42,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,080 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 37,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 36,623 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 36,193 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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G243 DCX is a 1989 Fiat Ducato in Cream with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 77,339 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 G243 DCX, 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 37 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G243 DCX registered?

G243 DCX is a 1989 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 September 1989.

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