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S442 LJB

1998 Fiat Ducato

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,574 mi
Last recorded82,574 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS442 LJB
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 82,574 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 82,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 78,758 miles

under body is heavily undersealed

Fail 27 Jul 2018 78,725 miles

Brake performance not tested due to brake pipe failure (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded from comp valve to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear pipe in clip near front (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

under body is heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Aug 2016 74,474 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded - rear in clip (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake hose - valve (3.6.B.2c)

knocking noise but not found on test

vehicle waxoyled

Pass 7 Aug 2015 72,886 miles

Front radiator support panel rotten

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 71,822 miles

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

exhaust mounting rubbers perished

exhaust silencers corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2014 71,794 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

exhaust mounting rubbers perished

exhaust silencers corroded

Fail 20 May 2013 71,731 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

exhaust silencers poor condition

Pass 10 Aug 2011 65,871 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

brake pipes greased

Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,833 miles

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

o/s/r tyre wall cracking

Pass 2 Sep 2009 57,548 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fronr crossmember getting corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2008 54,779 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,956 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 47,776 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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S442 LJB is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S442 LJB, 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 S442 LJB registered?

S442 LJB is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 29 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S442 LJB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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