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R472 LNU

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,921 mi
Last recorded55,921 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 LNU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 55,921 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 55,431 miles

surface corrosion n/s o/s inner wings

Pass 21 Mar 2023 54,343 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 54,059 miles

n/s o/s inner wings corroded

o/s sill step corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2021 53,404 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 53,208 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 52,934 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,632 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 51,840 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 51,838 miles

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,281 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 50,480 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 49,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 48,182 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 48,182 miles

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

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2012 47,143 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,953 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 44,861 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 43,123 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 41,412 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 40,196 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 38,382 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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R472 LNU is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R472 LNU, 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 R472 LNU registered?

R472 LNU is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R472 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 LNU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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