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VX08 FPG

2008 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

247,812 mi
Last recorded247,812 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Fiat Ducato38,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 FPG
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2018 247,812 miles

Brake performance not tested Clutch failure during test (1.2.1 (g))

Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox end case (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 229,694 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 229,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 204,912 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 204,908 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 181,390 miles

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Fail 15 Apr 2015 181,390 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2014 153,769 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 153,769 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 126,997 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 126,997 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 99,488 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 72,543 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 72,543 miles

Nearside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

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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VX08 FPG is a 2008 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VX08 FPG, 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 VX08 FPG registered?

VX08 FPG is a 2008 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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