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R823 KMA

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,645 mi
Last recorded55,645 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR823 KMA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 55,645 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 54,025 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 52,503 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point and inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 52,483 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point and inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 51,872 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 51,877 miles

Brake performance not tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear at front (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake binding

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 51,763 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2021 51,763 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 51,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipes to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 50,398 miles

front brake discs rusty

Pass 14 May 2018 49,289 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 48,665 miles

signs of corrosion on n/s/f chassis and chassis under drivers seat

Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,584 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 48,505 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 47,165 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,561 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 42,214 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 42,214 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 40,315 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 38,138 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 33,705 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 33,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 13 May 2008 28,418 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2008 28,418 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 25,773 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 24,245 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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R823 KMA is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R823 KMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R823 KMA registered?

R823 KMA is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R823 KMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R823 KMA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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