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R499 NNN

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

38,669 mi
Last recorded38,669 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 NNN
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 38,669 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2021 38,669 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2021 38,667 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Front Nearside and offside wheel arches corroded but not structural

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 38,232 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 38,232 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 36,424 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,937 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 35,937 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,622 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 31,760 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,113 miles

Centre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 30,228 miles

O/S front and N/S rear tyres perished on outer sidewalls but no chords exposed/visible

exhaust tailpiece mounting broken but system supported by secondary clamp

Pass 16 Jul 2013 27,536 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

perishing to outer sidewalls of front tyres

Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,123 miles

slight perishing of front tyres

Fail 9 Jul 2012 25,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight perishing of front tyres

Fail 22 Jul 2011 23,224 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 23,224 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 22,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 22,776 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 20,721 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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R499 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R499 NNN, 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 R499 NNN registered?

R499 NNN is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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