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N179 GRV

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,952 mi
Last recorded42,952 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 GRV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2022 42,952 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg to front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 42,951 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Body panel near O/S/R wheel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component missing Bumpstop (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component missing Bumpstop (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg to front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 41,673 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 41,383 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 40,488 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 39,186 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2017 39,160 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 39,120 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 38,628 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 38,298 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 38,297 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 38,284 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 38,126 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 37,350 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 37,350 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 35,452 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 34,803 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 32,091 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 29,031 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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N179 GRV is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N179 GRV, 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 N179 GRV registered?

N179 GRV is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N179 GRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 GRV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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