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R85 NFE

1998 Fiat Ducato

Orange Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

137,265 mi
Last recorded137,265 miles
Recorded on24 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 NFE
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2008 137,265 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 123,455 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 123,454 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 May 2006 110,519 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/front suspension bolts not fully tight

steering rack bolt not fully tight

Pass 8 May 2006 110,519 miles

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

n/s/front suspension bolts not fully tight

steering rack bolt not fully tight

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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R85 NFE is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in Orange with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R85 NFE, 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 R85 NFE registered?

R85 NFE is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R85 NFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R85 NFE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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