CarVerify

Free Car Check

YH02 VFJ

2002 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

112,730 mi
Last recorded112,730 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Fiat Ducato47,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH02 VFJ
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 112,730 miles

Both front strut top mountings are sticking occasionally.

Corrosion in various places, some of which is excessive, but outside the area covered by the mot.

Metal brake pipes going to & at rear are corroding.

Some play in all wheel bearings.

There is some oil on the casing of the o/s front shock absorber.

Fail 20 Jan 2016 112,730 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front end of front silencer (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked inside front wheelarch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill panel - marked (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked inside front wheelarch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded panel inside front wheelarch - marked (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front strut top mountings are sticking occasionally.

Corrosion in various places, some of which is excessive, but outside the area covered by the mot.

Metal brake pipes going to & at rear are corroding.

Some exhaust rubbers missing/deteriorating

Some play in all wheel bearings.

There is some oil on the casing of the o/s front shock absorber.

Pass 30 Jan 2015 100,805 miles

Corrosion in various places underneath, some of which is only just acceptable for the mot, and some which is excessive, but outside the areas covered by the mot.

Front o/s strut top mounting sticks occasionally.

Metal brake pipes at rear are corroding.

O/s rear tyre is perishing & getting close to the limit of wear.

Slight leak from front end of front exhaust silencer.

Fail 29 Jan 2015 100,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Corrosion in various places underneath, some of which is only just acceptable for the mot, and some which is excessive, but outside the areas covered by the mot.

Front o/s strut top mounting sticks occasionally.

Metal brake pipes at rear are corroding.

O/s rear tyre is perishing & getting close to the limit of wear.

Rear shock absorbers have lost their damping effect, but have no signs of leaks.

Slight leak from front end of front exhaust silencer.

Pass 21 Feb 2014 89,383 miles

Corrosion in various places.

Metal brake pipes at rear are corroding.

O/s front tyre is getting close to the limit.

O/s rear tyre is perishied.

Fail 13 Feb 2014 89,376 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Corrosion in various places.

Metal brake pipes at rear are corroding.

O/s front tyre is getting close to the limit.

O/s rear tyre is perishied.

Pass 2 Feb 2013 78,292 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 78,207 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 75,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2011 72,462 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 72,439 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 68,702 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 68,524 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 65,137 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 59,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jan 2008 59,643 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,540 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 52,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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
Full Fiat Ducato reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YH02 VFJ is a 2002 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 YH02 VFJ, 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 24 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 YH02 VFJ?

You can check the full history of YH02 VFJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YH02 VFJ registered?

YH02 VFJ is a 2002 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 30 March 2002.

Is YH02 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH02 VFJ shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH02 VFJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YH02 VFJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.