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N557 KTC

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

189,258 mi
Last recorded189,258 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN557 KTC
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2012 189,258 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all exhaust mounting rubbers splitting

battery insecure

bonnet release handle missing

clutch pedal rubber missing

could not open rear doors

drivers seat damaged

interior mirror missing

wiring loose behind radiator

Pass 22 Mar 2011 183,242 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

nearside inner sill is holed and corroded but not in any prescribed areas

nearside rear inner sill has welding repairs that have been covered over with sealer so full assesment is not possiable

offside door mirror back is insecure

Fail 14 Mar 2011 183,241 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

offside door mirror back is insecure

Pass 27 Nov 2008 164,889 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 140,422 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 13,711 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 13,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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N557 KTC is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N557 KTC, 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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N557 KTC is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 28 June 1996.

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