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N246 NWR

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

78,793 mi
Last recorded78,793 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN246 NWR
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 78,793 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 76,386 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 76,366 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 72,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 71,145 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 71,120 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 71,103 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

engine sump corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2020 71,087 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 71,071 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 70,856 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 70,456 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 68,851 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 68,080 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 67,931 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 67,839 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 67,071 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 66,087 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 63,423 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 63,423 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 58,219 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front crossmember supporting radiator corroded.

Fail 7 Aug 2008 58,219 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front crossmember supporting radiator corroded.

Pass 28 Jul 2007 54,263 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 54,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 49,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N246 NWR is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 N246 NWR, 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 N246 NWR registered?

N246 NWR is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N246 NWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N246 NWR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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