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R238 PNN

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

72,914 mi
Last recorded72,914 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 PNN
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 72,914 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2022 72,826 miles

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

oil leak

underside showing signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Sep 2022 72,817 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp not working x2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

oil leak

underside showing signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2021 72,534 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 72,530 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front cross member holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 72,447 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 71,482 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 70,102 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 68,862 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 68,150 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 68,135 miles

Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

extensive corrosion to front cross-member

minimum hand brake efficiency

Pass 2 Apr 2015 63,890 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 60,758 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 60,753 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 57,168 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 55,454 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 47,272 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 47,272 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,133 miles

Headlamp[ levelers not working

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 41,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Headlamp[ levelers not working

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 40,843 miles

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Fail 26 Sep 2006 40,843 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

front brake hose ferrules corroded both sides front

Pass 27 Sep 2005 36,093 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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R238 PNN is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 R238 PNN, 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 R238 PNN registered?

R238 PNN is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R238 PNN shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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