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R98 SSB

1997 Fiat Ducato

Red Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,738 mi
Last recorded51,738 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ducato67,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 SSB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2006 51,738 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 51,737 miles

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

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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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R98 SSB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato in Red with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R98 SSB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R98 SSB?

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What year was R98 SSB registered?

R98 SSB is a 1997 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 27 September 1997.

Is R98 SSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 SSB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R98 SSB have outstanding finance?

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