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L898 GYV

1994 Iveco-ford Unknown

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

270,514 mi
Last recorded270,514 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Iveco-ford Unknown120,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL898 GYV
MakeIveco-ford
ModelUnknown
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 270,514 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 270,514 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 270,345 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 270,070 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting steps (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Iveco-ford Unknown?

Based on 1,945 MOT tests across 755 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
2,873
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
755
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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L898 GYV is a 1994 Iveco-ford Unknown in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Iveco-ford Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 120,995 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 Iveco-ford Unknown fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L898 GYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Iveco-ford Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Iveco-ford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L898 GYV registered?

L898 GYV is a 1994 Iveco-ford Unknown, first registered on 5 July 1994.

Is L898 GYV safe to buy?

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