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N117 FKW

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,735 mi
Last recorded152,735 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN117 FKW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 152,735 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

osr spring hanger previous repair standard poor

Fail 19 Feb 2021 152,735 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlights image kickup to right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier battery tray severly corroded and wing underneathe looks in very poor condition but unable to access without removing parts (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

osr spring hanger previous repair standard poor

Pass 9 Mar 2020 144,886 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 144,754 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced OUTRIGGER NEAR JACKING POINT HOLED AND CORRODED (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG NEAR TO FRONT CROSSMEMBER HOLED AND CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL AND STEP HOLED AND CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTRIGGER NEAR TO JACKING POINT HOLED AND CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FRONT SPRING MOUNTING HOUSING HOLED AND CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front INNER PAD SPRING NOT SEATED CORRECTLY

Offside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 143,423 miles

corrosion to o/s/f brake pipes

Pass 23 Mar 2018 142,330 miles

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 17 Mar 2017 140,190 miles

corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 17 Mar 2017 140,190 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 15 Mar 2016 137,333 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 134,381 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 134,381 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 132,231 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 128,821 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 123,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 121,029 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2010 116,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 112,900 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 109,655 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 109,578 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 106,978 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

headlamps continental, have temporary kick up blockers

nearside wiper, split ends

Pass 17 Mar 2006 102,148 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 102,148 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

exhausat tail pipe deteriorated

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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N117 FKW is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 74,888 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 N117 FKW, 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 30 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N117 FKW registered?

N117 FKW is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for N117 FKW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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