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UBZ 5178

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,014 mi
Last recorded46,014 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBZ 5178
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 46,014 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 42,325 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 42,325 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 41,427 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 37,651 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 37,651 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front tyre worn inside edge

Pass 29 Aug 2022 35,475 miles

Under sealed

Pass 26 Aug 2021 33,654 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 33,652 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 32,991 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 31,680 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,532 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 28,163 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,900 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,739 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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UBZ 5178 is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UBZ 5178, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UBZ 5178 registered?

UBZ 5178 is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is UBZ 5178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBZ 5178 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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