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S780 SYA

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

42,973 mi
Last recorded42,973 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS780 SYA
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 42,973 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 42,939 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 42,396 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 41,680 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 39,990 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 38,747 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 38,368 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 38,175 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt very minor. (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 37,315 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 37,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/70/15c (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both rear tyres cracking on edges

Pass 13 Apr 2016 35,214 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,806 miles

Both front brake disc poor condition

Fail 16 Apr 2015 32,806 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both front brake disc poor condition

Nearside hand brake performance low

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 31,727 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 31,719 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 29,359 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,434 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 28,434 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,274 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 26,261 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both rear tyres side walls cracking

Pass 13 Apr 2010 23,238 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 23,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,474 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,369 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 4 Oct 2006 14,873 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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S780 SYA is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 S780 SYA, 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 S780 SYA registered?

S780 SYA is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 8 August 1998.

Is S780 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S780 SYA shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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