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R533 UFR

1998 Fiat Ducato

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

84,025 mi
Last recorded84,025 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR533 UFR
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 84,025 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 84,025 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 75,812 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 75,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 66,125 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 57,092 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2022 57,064 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 50,886 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 44,713 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 44,444 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Front and rear brakes. (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 13 May 2019 44,444 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both rear brakes. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,428 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 43,615 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 42,630 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,365 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 40,234 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 38,875 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 38,875 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 37,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 35,978 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 33,771 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 33,771 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 31,787 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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R533 UFR is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 66,334 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 R533 UFR, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R533 UFR?

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What year was R533 UFR registered?

R533 UFR is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R533 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R533 UFR shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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