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R981 PKX

1997 Iveco Ford Daily

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2015
Tests14 (6 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

314,728 mi
Last recorded314,728 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Iveco Ford Daily223,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 PKX
MakeIveco Ford
ModelDaily
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

6 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2014 314,728 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 314,728 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 314,520 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

advised on condition of the exhaust system.

advised on the security of the water tank

advised on the security of the wiper blades.

Pass 15 Nov 2012 313,578 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leaks at engine

Fail 2 Nov 2012 313,437 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leaks at engine

Pass 25 Nov 2011 312,365 miles

offside rear inner tyre soft

Fail 17 Nov 2011 312,289 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

offside rear inner tyre soft

Fail 2 Nov 2011 312,228 miles

Brake valve has an excessive discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

near side rear brake drum and back blate damp possable fluid leak

o/s rear inner tyre deflated o/s front lower ball joint boot burst

Fail 22 Nov 2010 311,255 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 311,255 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

engine stop inop

various brake pipes slight corrostion engine oil leaks

Pass 20 Nov 2009 305,229 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 305,208 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 298,246 miles

How Reliable is the Iveco Ford Daily?

Based on 1,678 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
4,475
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 91
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Registration plate lamp not working 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 52
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R981 PKX is a 1997 Iveco Ford Daily in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Iveco Ford Daily models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.9% with a typical mileage of 223,245 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 Iveco Ford Daily fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R981 PKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Iveco Ford Daily typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Iveco Ford Daily is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R981 PKX is a 1997 Iveco Ford Daily, first registered on 17 November 1997.

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