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R230 YRV

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,302 mi
Last recorded53,302 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 YRV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 53,302 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 52,560 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 50,781 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 48,902 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 47,325 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 46,490 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 46,490 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 46,445 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 46,445 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 45,256 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 45,219 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 44,608 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 43,927 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 43,273 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 42,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

beam/aim deflectors illegal to be left in use from april 2013-must be removed prior to mot testing or will fail.

both rear footbrake/handbrake are not locking the brake rollers.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,659 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

beam/aim deflectors illegal to be left in use from april 2013-must be removed prior to mot testing or will fail.

both rear footbrake/handbrake are not locking the brake rollers.

Pass 12 Mar 2012 41,577 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,894 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 40,894 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2010 39,987 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 39,449 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 39,380 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Battery insecure

Pass 18 Mar 2008 37,033 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 34,296 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 31,185 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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R230 YRV is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 66,334 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 R230 YRV, 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 28 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 R230 YRV?

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What year was R230 YRV registered?

R230 YRV is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R230 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 YRV shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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