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R15 SDB

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,365 mi
Last recorded127,365 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 SDB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2008 127,365 miles

nearside front bumper damaged

Fail 14 Jun 2008 127,342 miles

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

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

nearside front bumper damaged

Pass 31 Mar 2006 123,614 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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R15 SDB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 67,346 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 R15 SDB, 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 29 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R15 SDB?

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What year was R15 SDB registered?

R15 SDB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R15 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 SDB shows 3 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.

Does R15 SDB have outstanding finance?

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