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R281 GDX

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,802 mi
Last recorded131,802 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 GDX
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 131,802 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 131,780 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 131,780 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 123,327 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 115,799 miles

Both rear tyres have side wall cracks keep check on

NSF inner brake pad incorrectly fitted

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

OSR side marker light not working

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak from turbo oil feed pipe

Fail 3 Jun 2010 115,799 miles

Both rear tyres have side wall cracks keep check on

NSF inner brake pad incorrectly fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

OSR side marker light not working

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak from turbo oil feed pipe

Pass 26 May 2009 109,781 miles

All tyres starting to crack

Pass 29 May 2008 104,106 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

slight binding n/s/f brake

Fail 27 May 2008 104,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres slightly perished

slight binding n/s/f brake

Pass 26 Jul 2007 103,195 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 99,921 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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R281 GDX is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R281 GDX, 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

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What year was R281 GDX registered?

R281 GDX is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R281 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 GDX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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