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R429 CBD

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,668 mi
Last recorded82,668 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 CBD
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 82,668 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 82,668 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 82,411 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 82,411 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 82,304 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 82,304 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 81,387 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 80,749 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 80,747 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested no effort recorded at rear brakes - brake test abandoned (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2019 78,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 76,340 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 24 Apr 2018 76,340 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis, sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis ,sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2017 71,853 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front jacking points (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 67,243 miles

slight corrosion to front jacking points

Pass 23 May 2015 65,678 miles

windscreen has damage not affecting the drivers view of the road

Pass 14 May 2014 63,782 miles

All brake pipes heavly greased.

Offside inner chassis area under battery carrier corroded.

Pass 15 May 2013 61,215 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 59,104 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 55,322 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 52,609 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 50,314 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front crossmember badly corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2008 46,533 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack

front crossmember/radiator support badly corroded

nearside front upper marker light inop

offside rear upper marker light inop

Fail 9 Apr 2008 46,533 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack

front crossmember/radiator support badly corroded

nearside front upper marker light inop

offside rear upper marker light inop

Pass 3 May 2007 41,902 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 37,321 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 33,229 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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R429 CBD is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R429 CBD, 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 R429 CBD registered?

R429 CBD is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R429 CBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R429 CBD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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