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S167 FVE

1998 Fiat Camper

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

186,685 mi
Last recorded186,685 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Camper66,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS167 FVE
MakeFiat
ModelCamper
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 186,685 miles

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

undersealed

Fail 11 Jun 2026 186,674 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

undersealed

Fail 10 Apr 2026 186,673 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ans damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower radiator mount corroded

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 186,645 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested due to excessive bind on both rear wheels (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak and condition (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up goes wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch and cab step area extensively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up goes wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch and cab step area extensively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system in poor condition throughout

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

no reverse lights

Pass 28 Jan 2025 183,114 miles

underside of cab corroded covered in wax-oil

Pass 8 Jan 2024 179,442 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

underside slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2023 172,805 miles

all underside slightly corroded

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 166,526 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

slight corrosion on front and rear suspension

Pass 8 Jan 2021 162,807 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

all underside slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2019 153,746 miles

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

heavily undersealed

Pass 28 Jun 2018 145,493 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 145,493 miles

Exhaust system insecure bracket broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 144,312 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 142,085 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 141,140 miles

Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

windscreen washers weak

Fail 12 Aug 2015 141,140 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside both (1.8)

Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

windscreen washers weak

Fail 6 Aug 2014 138,173 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 138,173 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 131,297 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 126,668 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 122,784 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 120,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 120,521 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 119,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 110,763 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 110,763 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2006 96,070 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 96,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Fiat Camper?

Based on 19,075 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
2,020
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 293
brake binding 260
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 258
Headlamp aim too low 226
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S167 FVE is a 1998 Fiat Camper in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 66,646 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 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S167 FVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S167 FVE is a 1998 Fiat Camper, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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