CarVerify

Free Car Check

S617 APK

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

194,743 mi
Last recorded194,743 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS617 APK
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 194,743 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 194,743 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 184,835 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 184,835 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 171,892 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 171,892 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 158,244 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 158,244 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 143,950 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 130,473 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 117,447 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 117,447 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2006 102,349 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
Full Fiat Ducato reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S617 APK is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S617 APK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S617 APK?

You can check the full history of S617 APK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S617 APK registered?

S617 APK is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is S617 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S617 APK shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S617 APK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S617 APK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.