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S278 YSU

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

64,721 mi
Last recorded64,721 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS278 YSU
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 64,721 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 64,020 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2022 64,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 63,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 62,046 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 57,969 miles

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

exhaust system corroded

front & rear no. plates deteriorated

Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,487 miles

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion under vehicle bumper supports (6.1.B.2)

corroded exhaust system

Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,811 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 51,811 miles

Headlamp aim too low both front (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid cleaned out pump (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2015 46,624 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,452 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 36,897 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front x member slight corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2013 36,897 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front x member slight corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2012 33,391 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

all wheel bearings slight play

Fail 18 Apr 2012 33,391 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

all wheel bearings slight play

Pass 6 May 2011 28,468 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

fuel hose in engine bay slighlty deteriated

slight play in all wheel bearings

Fail 4 Jun 2010 26,057 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r top marker lens missing

slight corrosion n/s/f & front to rear brake pipes

Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,057 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

n/s/r top marker lens missing

slight corrosion n/s/f & front to rear brake pipes

Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,226 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Fail 27 May 2009 23,723 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,962 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 21,115 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 19,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 16,851 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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S278 YSU is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ducato models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 66,334 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 S278 YSU, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Ducato is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S278 YSU registered?

S278 YSU is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 23 December 1998.

Is S278 YSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S278 YSU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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