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R208 RWL

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,890 mi
Last recorded16,890 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 RWL
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2020 16,890 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 16,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 16,717 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 16,624 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 15,541 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

all four tyres cracking in between the treads

Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,467 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 15,239 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 14,289 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,866 miles

exhaust silencer deteriorating inside.

Pass 5 Apr 2011 13,223 miles

n/s/r tyre is cut deep.

Pass 24 Mar 2010 12,737 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 11,657 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 11,653 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 10,911 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,342 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,338 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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R208 RWL is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R208 RWL, 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.

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What year was R208 RWL registered?

R208 RWL is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R208 RWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 RWL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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