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N239 ARR

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

62,347 mi
Last recorded62,347 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN239 ARR
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 62,347 miles

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

all brake pipes it grease

Pass 18 Jul 2024 60,714 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 60,008 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 60,007 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 60,001 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed near engine mounting area under bonnet below battery securing unit (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 59,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Sill Corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 59,834 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Sill Corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 59,627 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 59,627 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 59,379 miles

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

battery acid off side chassie leg

Pass 17 May 2017 59,318 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 58,952 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 58,942 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front crossmember mounting point (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,583 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 58,355 miles

radiator front cross member corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2014 58,287 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

radiator front cross member corroded

Pass 10 May 2013 57,653 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 57,285 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 57,285 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 56,460 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,443 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 54,875 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,066 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 17 Apr 2007 44,691 miles

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 17 Apr 2007 44,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 39,767 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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N239 ARR is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 N239 ARR, 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 N239 ARR registered?

N239 ARR is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N239 ARR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N239 ARR shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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