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G488 VYP

1990 Fiat Ducato

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

60,894 mi
Last recorded60,894 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Fiat Ducato76,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 VYP
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 60,894 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Both rear leaf springs rusty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,616 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 60,140 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 59,784 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 59,346 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 58,971 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 58,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 58,738 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 58,642 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 57,799 miles

both sides front brake discs slightly warped brake vitiation on guages

both sides front shock absorbers slight misting of oil

exhaust slight blow from manifold missing bolt and front pipe flange joint

Pass 24 Aug 2017 56,667 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 56,667 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported all four rubbers split and perrished (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange area (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 56,483 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 55,731 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 54,559 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 54,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 54,020 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 54,019 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 53,001 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 53,001 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 51,911 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 51,885 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 51,862 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 50,493 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyre`s side walls worn

Pass 28 Jun 2007 50,493 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyre`s side walls worn

Fail 12 Jul 2006 49,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

some superficial cracking evident in both rear tyre outer walls

Pass 12 Jul 2006 49,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

some superficial cracking evident in both rear tyre outer walls

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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G488 VYP is a 1990 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1990 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 76,860 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 G488 VYP, 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 36 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G488 VYP registered?

G488 VYP is a 1990 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 April 1990.

Is G488 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 VYP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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