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R708 NPB

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

235,168 mi
Last recorded235,168 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 NPB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 235,168 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2012 235,165 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2011 227,144 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 7 Apr 2011 227,143 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 22 Jun 2009 215,053 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 215,053 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 215,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear window(s) not made of safety glass, or from safety glazing (on or after 1st June 1978) (6.9.7b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.6.3)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.F.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

light switch area traces of smoke

Pass 9 May 2008 207,255 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 207,255 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 205,270 miles

as per test 121779607125

Fail 19 Apr 2007 205,270 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front subframe damaged

frontpipe bolt missing

Pass 21 Apr 2006 203,981 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

engine oil leak

offside rear air bag housing damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2006 203,981 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

engine oil leak

offside rear air bag housing damaged

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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R708 NPB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 R708 NPB, 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 R708 NPB registered?

R708 NPB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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