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S549 SCV

1998 Dennis Unknown

Red Diesel 5880cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

525,633 mi
Last recorded525,633 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS549 SCV
MakeDennis
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,880cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 525,633 miles

chassis corrosion developing front and rear

Fail 10 Sep 2020 525,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

chassis corrosion developing front and rear

How Reliable is the Dennis Unknown?

Based on 1,061 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
1,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

outline marker lamp(s) not working 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
position lamp(s) not working 6
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S549 SCV is a 1998 Dennis Unknown in Red with a 5,880cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Dennis Unknown fails its MOT is outline marker lamp(s) not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S549 SCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dennis Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 28 years old, this Dennis Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S549 SCV registered?

S549 SCV is a 1998 Dennis Unknown, first registered on 9 December 1998.

Is S549 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S549 SCV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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