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R254 VAK

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,034 mi
Last recorded60,034 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 VAK
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 60,034 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front top mount play.

Fail 15 May 2017 60,008 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front top mount play.

Pass 12 Nov 2015 56,914 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 56,568 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 55,194 miles

corrosion to rear section of front to rear brake pipe

Pass 22 Aug 2012 52,006 miles

corrosion to rear section of front to rear brake pipe

front cross member corroded

Fail 22 Aug 2012 52,006 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to rear section of front to rear brake pipe

front cross member corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2011 48,600 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 46,360 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,799 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 38,838 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 35,333 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 29,591 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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R254 VAK is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R254 VAK, 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 R254 VAK registered?

R254 VAK is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R254 VAK safe to buy?

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