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R487 NNN

1997 Fiat Motorhome

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,597 mi
Last recorded91,597 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Fiat Motorhome77,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 NNN
MakeFiat
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2023 91,597 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier underside (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind headlight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalk marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced around engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 91,543 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier under body battery (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipes greased/covered

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General underbody corrosion to suspension components

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside/offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 91,268 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 89,131 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 88,040 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.6d)

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.6d)

exhaust system corroded

sump corroded

underside and chassis corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2017 87,923 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 87,921 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Braking system leaking front to rear pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2016 85,801 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 84,351 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 84,225 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 82,950 miles

Both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 20 Apr 2012 81,814 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 79,034 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 78,721 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 78,721 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 73,245 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 68,975 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 59,083 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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R487 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Motorhome in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R487 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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R487 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Motorhome, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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