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R708 YEV

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,032 mi
Last recorded97,032 miles
Recorded on6 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 YEV
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2009 97,032 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 93,612 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 93,612 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 90,460 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2007 90,460 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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 YEV is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YEV, 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 YEV registered?

R708 YEV is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R708 YEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R708 YEV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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