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AE51 VFS

2001 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,470 mi
Last recorded25,470 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Fiat Ducato51,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VFS
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 25,470 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 25,384 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 25,237 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 24,113 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 23,925 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 23,924 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2018 23,468 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 22,379 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 19,958 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 19,837 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 18,617 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 18,002 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Nov 2012 17,296 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 16,779 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,343 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,152 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,186 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 14,181 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 12,996 miles

vehicle is motorhome not van as in database

Fail 17 May 2007 11,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2007 11,976 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 10,333 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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AE51 VFS is a 2001 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 51,666 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 AE51 VFS, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE51 VFS registered?

AE51 VFS is a 2001 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is AE51 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VFS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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