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P490 JYC

1996 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,888 mi
Last recorded48,888 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ducato74,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 JYC
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 48,888 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 of 2 inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 41,114 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 38,051 miles

Centre Front cross member corroded & weak.

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 6 Aug 2016 38,049 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Centre Front cross member corroded & weak.

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

Nearside Rear h/brake connection damaged.

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 3 May 2016 37,582 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres have age related cracks

Pass 15 May 2015 36,435 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 35,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,623 miles

both rear tyres have cracking on outer sidewalls

clutch pedal pad missing.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 32,184 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 30,990 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 29,511 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 29,511 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 28,710 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2007 25,872 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 24,577 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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P490 JYC is a 1996 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P490 JYC, 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 P490 JYC registered?

P490 JYC is a 1996 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 12 October 1996.

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The MOT history for P490 JYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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