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R783 NVO

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,952 mi
Last recorded81,952 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR783 NVO
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 81,952 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion in both undersides of cab steps

Fail 13 Jun 2016 81,922 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

corrosion in both undersides of cab steps

Fail 1 Jun 2016 81,204 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion to chassis not within a prescribed area

Pass 10 Jun 2015 78,253 miles

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

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

nearside front inner wing extensively corroded

offside front inner wing extensively corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2014 75,276 miles

Oil leak

exhaust rubbers x4 perished

Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,106 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2011 71,236 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 71,220 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2010 69,776 miles

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

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

nearside front flexable brake hose slightly twisted

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2009 68,203 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 68,166 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 64,920 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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R783 NVO is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 66,334 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 R783 NVO, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R783 NVO registered?

R783 NVO is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 10 June 1998.

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