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S251 GEU

1998 Iveco-ford Unknown

Gold Diesel 5861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

71,792 mi
Last recorded71,792 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Iveco-ford Unknown158,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 GEU
MakeIveco-ford
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,861cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2026 71,792 miles

Nearside Front Outer Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bush missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bush missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rear ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2025 62,426 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inside of door holed in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rear ball joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 62,426 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inside of door holed in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Braking system leaking Brake reservoir drain plug (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rear ball joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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S251 GEU is a 1998 Iveco-ford Unknown in Gold with a 5,861cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Iveco-ford Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 158,912 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 S251 GEU, 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 28 years old, this Iveco-ford Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S251 GEU registered?

S251 GEU is a 1998 Iveco-ford Unknown, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is S251 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 GEU shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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