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SM08 LBG

2008 Fiat Ducato

Beige Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

83,395 mi
Last recorded83,395 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Ducato38,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 LBG
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 83,395 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 81,571 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 81,571 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2024 80,598 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 79,092 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 77,166 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 76,677 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 73,400 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 71,730 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 71,730 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 68,932 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 68,932 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 66,303 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 66,297 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 60,879 miles

silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 15 Jul 2016 54,718 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 54,703 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 48,363 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 48,343 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 41,326 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 17 Jul 2013 34,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,934 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,635 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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SM08 LBG is a 2008 Fiat Ducato in Beige with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 38,036 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 SM08 LBG, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Ducato is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM08 LBG registered?

SM08 LBG is a 2008 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 4 August 2008.

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