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R144 FGE

1997 Fiat Ducato 10 SWB

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

91,524 mi
Last recorded91,524 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato 10 SWB91,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 FGE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato 10 SWB
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2008 91,524 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 91,524 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 81,150 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 75,736 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 75,736 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 70,398 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 70,398 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato 10 SWB?

Based on 747 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

59.8%
Pass Rate
5,859
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 127
Registration plate lamp not working 61
position lamp(s) not working 60
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
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R144 FGE is a 1997 Fiat Ducato 10 SWB 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 1997 Fiat Ducato 10 SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 91,751 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 10 SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R144 FGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ducato 10 SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Ducato 10 SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R144 FGE registered?

R144 FGE is a 1997 Fiat Ducato 10 SWB, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R144 FGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 FGE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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