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R481 NNN

1997 Fiat Motorhome

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,623 mi
Last recorded71,623 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Motorhome77,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 NNN
MakeFiat
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 71,623 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 71,593 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working both sides (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 70,641 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 70,638 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 69,641 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 68,794 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 67,845 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 67,838 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 66,677 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 64,854 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 62,996 miles

O/S under sill corroded

Pass 25 May 2017 61,179 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 May 2017 61,176 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2016 58,755 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 58,755 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 57,338 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2014 56,156 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2013 54,180 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 52,443 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 52,443 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 49,858 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 47,343 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 44,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 41,521 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 37,492 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 33,075 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Motorhome?

Based on 51,040 MOT tests across 2,628 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
1,988
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,628
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 606
Brake pipe excessively corroded 556
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 510
brake binding 488
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 451
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R481 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Motorhome 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 Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 77,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Motorhome fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R481 NNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R481 NNN registered?

R481 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Motorhome, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R481 NNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 NNN 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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