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R860 BSU

1997 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

127,588 mi
Last recorded127,588 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR860 BSU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2010 127,588 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2010 127,524 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 122,883 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 122,882 miles

Nearside Front Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 116,823 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear lamp lens cracked

Pass 17 Nov 2008 116,823 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear lamp lens cracked

Pass 4 Dec 2007 113,085 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 113,074 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 109,778 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 104,102 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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R860 BSU is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R860 BSU, 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 R860 BSU registered?

R860 BSU is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R860 BSU safe to buy?

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