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J900 RJL

2008 Fiat Rapido

White Diesel 2287cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,141 mi
Last recorded52,141 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Fiat Rapido32,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ900 RJL
MakeFiat
ModelRapido
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,287cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 52,141 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 52,092 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 46,815 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 41,404 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 41,348 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 39,104 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 37,220 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 36,632 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 34,613 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 30,524 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 30,514 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Main beam reflector deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 30,214 miles

Offside Rear park brake slightly low performance

Pass 4 Apr 2016 25,723 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 23,937 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 23,937 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 21,016 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 19,807 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres perished

Fail 17 Apr 2013 19,807 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres perished

Pass 14 Apr 2012 16,337 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 16,337 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 12,456 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Rapido?

Based on 2,767 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
2,497
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Stop lamp not working 13
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 13
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J900 RJL is a 2008 Fiat Rapido in White with a 2,287cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Rapido models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 32,896 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 Rapido fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J900 RJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Rapido typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat Rapido is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J900 RJL registered?

J900 RJL is a 2008 Fiat Rapido, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is J900 RJL safe to buy?

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