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R585 XBT

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

988,241 mi
Last recorded988,241 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR585 XBT
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 988,241 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 784,903 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2013 784,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 784,797 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 683,923 miles

front discs lipped and pitted

ns and os front indicators turning white

ns and os front pad warning looms broken

play in nsf wheel bearing

Fail 27 Jul 2012 683,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

front discs lipped and pitted

ns and os front indicators turning white

ns and os front pad warning looms broken

play in nsf wheel bearing

Pass 1 Jun 2011 61,621 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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R585 XBT is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R585 XBT, 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 R585 XBT registered?

R585 XBT is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R585 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R585 XBT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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