MOT Status
ValidMileage
196,192 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing /strut top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear lamp lens slightly damaged
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill /step panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamp fitted (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear lamp lens slightly damaged
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front marker lamp missing
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Engine oil leak
Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Front Upper Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Engine oil leak
Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
front wipers smearing screen slightly
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
beam benders fitted
beam benders fitted
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
How Reliable is the Fiat Ducato?
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R883 CET is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.
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 R883 CET, 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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R883 CET is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R883 CET safe to buy?
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