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N842 ARA

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,129 mi
Last recorded59,129 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN842 ARA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 59,129 miles

Battery tray corroded

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 58,785 miles

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

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

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

battery tray corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2025 58,785 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

battery tray corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2024 58,201 miles

Battery tray corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2024 58,201 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Injector return pipes leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Battery tray corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2023 58,100 miles

Front lower radiator support corroded

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

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

underside of battery tray corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2022 57,254 miles

Front Both Inner steps showing signs of corrosion. Not considered excessive

Front Crossmember showing signs of corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2021 56,009 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 56,009 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Below radiator (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Bonnet hinge severely deteriorated (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 55,993 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 55,982 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 53,542 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 53,542 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 51,781 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,677 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 49,841 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 49,841 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 49,100 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,567 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 48,567 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2011 48,325 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 18 Feb 2011 48,325 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 47,304 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 47,304 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 46,613 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 45,814 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 43,779 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 43,777 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2005 37,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 37,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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N842 ARA is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N842 ARA, 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 N842 ARA registered?

N842 ARA is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N842 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N842 ARA shows 30 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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