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R839 BBW

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,681 mi
Last recorded104,681 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR839 BBW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 104,681 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jun 2018 104,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

various underbody corrosion

Fail 25 Jun 2018 104,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2017 104,326 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)

Underbody corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2016 104,107 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 103,684 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 103,094 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 102,779 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 102,259 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 101,792 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 101,792 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 100,786 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 100,009 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 99,283 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 97,990 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 92,353 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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R839 BBW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R839 BBW, 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 R839 BBW registered?

R839 BBW is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 15 September 1997.

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