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J3 RKU

2008 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,847 mi
Last recorded51,847 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Ducato38,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 RKU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 51,847 miles

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair slight delay in application (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 51,141 miles

Nearside number plate lamp very dim

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 51,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside number plate lamp very dim

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 50,037 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel and n/s performance slightly low (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 50,036 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 49,307 miles

nearside parking brake just met efficiency requirements

Fail 31 May 2022 49,305 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

nearside parking brake just met efficiency requirements

Pass 12 Dec 2020 48,530 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 46,495 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2018 44,267 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 41,300 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 32,710 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 14,688 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 9,986 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,346 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 7,771 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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J3 RKU is a 2008 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 38,036 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 J3 RKU, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Ducato is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J3 RKU registered?

J3 RKU is a 2008 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is J3 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 RKU 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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