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J79 USX

1991 Fiat Ducato

White Lpg 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

78,473 mi
Last recorded78,473 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1991 Fiat Ducato82,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ79 USX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 78,473 miles

exhaust rubbers perished

Fail 17 May 2016 78,423 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded turret and arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing by flexible brake hoses (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing by flexible brake hoses (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,622 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 75,622 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 75,438 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 75,182 miles

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

generally corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2012 73,868 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 73,858 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 72,953 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 71,810 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 71,795 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2009 69,808 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 69,808 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2008 68,610 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 68,596 miles

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 65,123 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 61,851 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 61,119 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f inner wing corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2005 61,119 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f inner wing corroded

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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J79 USX is a 1991 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,971cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1991 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 82,806 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J79 USX, 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 35 years old, this Fiat Ducato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J79 USX registered?

J79 USX is a 1991 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 14 October 1991.

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