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R731 UKE

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,483 mi
Last recorded102,483 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR731 UKE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 102,483 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 93,107 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 87,406 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 82,508 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 82,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 75,392 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 69,803 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 65,464 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 60,742 miles

brake pad wear indicator wiring broken

Fail 22 Mar 2011 60,688 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

brake pad wear indicator wiring broken

some exhaust mounting rubbers perished

Pass 29 Mar 2010 55,795 miles

front brake wear indicator wiring broken

o/s mirror backing damaged no jagged edges

Fail 24 Mar 2010 55,746 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

front brake wear indicator wiring broken

o/s mirror backing damaged no jagged edges

Pass 19 Mar 2009 51,266 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 46,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f indicator lens broken not effecting operation or colour

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,014 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f indicator lens broken not effecting operation or colour

Pass 19 Mar 2007 41,538 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 37,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R731 UKE is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R731 UKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R731 UKE registered?

R731 UKE is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R731 UKE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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