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R618 MCF

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,328 mi
Last recorded142,328 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR618 MCF
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 142,328 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 142,310 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 142,280 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassia leg / sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 141,999 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 141,969 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 140,690 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 140,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n\s chassis section corroded (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both wheel arches have sever corrosion in several places.inner sills both sides and the rear inner sill n\s both outer sill corroded.o\s inner sill spot welded. rear valence badly corroded. (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2016 138,420 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 137,064 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 135,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes sprayed with under seal

Pass 1 Aug 2013 131,880 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 124,332 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 124,331 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 229,390 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 224,550 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 212,515 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 212,510 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket bolt missing (2.4.B.6c)

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket bolt missing (2.4.B.6c)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 190,394 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 162,838 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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R618 MCF is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R618 MCF, 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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R618 MCF is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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