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R883 CET

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

196,192 mi
Last recorded196,192 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR883 CET
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 196,192 miles

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))

Pass 1 May 2025 180,942 miles

Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 180,942 miles

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))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 180,923 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 171,692 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 171,691 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 163,808 miles

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))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 163,808 miles

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))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 156,568 miles

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))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 156,568 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 148,428 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 148,420 miles

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)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 134,597 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2015 119,990 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 114,748 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 105,081 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 98,822 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 May 2010 81,538 miles

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

beam benders fitted

Pass 19 May 2010 81,538 miles

beam benders fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2009 75,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 72,516 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 72,489 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 70,051 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 68,117 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 68,117 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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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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What year was R883 CET registered?

R883 CET is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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