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R804 FOW

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,498 mi
Last recorded54,498 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR804 FOW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 54,498 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill under drivers door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 54,416 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 54,340 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Upper Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 54,070 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rate of reduction (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 54,070 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rate of reduction (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 53,982 miles

Both front upper side-markers not working

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Front to Rear)

Corrosion to chassis around Engine & gearbox mounts

Pass 20 Apr 2021 53,974 miles

Both front upper side-markers not working

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion to chassis around Engine mount and Gearbox mount

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 53,974 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body at Front sub-frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Both front upper side-markers not working

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion to chassis around Engine mount and Gearbox mount

Engine Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 52,763 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 52,763 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 51,652 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 50,413 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 48,697 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 48,697 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 46,733 miles

Oil leak

o/s and n/s front inner wing corroded

o/s outer sill corroded not in prescribed area

Fail 27 Jun 2016 46,733 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

o/s and n/s front inner wing corroded

o/s outer sill corroded not in prescribed area

Pass 15 Jul 2015 44,300 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2014 41,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 41,091 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2013 41,091 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 40,417 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

wiperblades in poor condition

Pass 11 Jun 2011 39,405 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 37,972 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 36,184 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 34,912 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 33,063 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 33,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 31,150 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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R804 FOW is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R804 FOW, 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 R804 FOW registered?

R804 FOW is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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