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R562 MTO

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,089 mi
Last recorded44,089 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR562 MTO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 44,089 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users When cold (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2025 43,211 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 May 2025 43,209 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 41,138 miles

Brake fluid slightly discoloured

Exhaust rubbers starting to crack

Pass 1 Apr 2023 39,903 miles

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

Slight noise from rear springs

Smokes when cold

Fail 7 Mar 2023 39,903 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Noise from both rear springs

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 37,699 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 36,823 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 36,330 miles

offside rear light lens damaged

Pass 17 May 2014 36,053 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 35,961 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 35,201 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 35,130 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 35,130 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 33,926 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 32,988 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 32,988 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 31,226 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 27,963 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 25,661 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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R562 MTO is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R562 MTO, 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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What year was R562 MTO registered?

R562 MTO is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 18 May 1998.

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