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S989 SVW

1998 Fiat Ducato

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,029 mi
Last recorded109,029 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ducato66,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS989 SVW
MakeFiat
ModelDucato
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2026 109,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing by front cross member mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 106,226 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper outline marker inoperative

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

corrosion to sills door steps outriggers and exhaust system

Pass 7 Aug 2024 103,807 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 103,807 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 97,319 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s/f and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2023 97,319 miles

Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s/f and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2022 93,913 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 93,913 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 90,345 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 89,327 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 88,660 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 8,866 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 87,230 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 83,583 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 81,179 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 80,113 miles

slight corrosion to nearside front wheel arch

Fail 9 Jul 2014 76,731 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 76,731 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 73,474 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

small cracks to off side front tyre outer wall

Pass 19 Jul 2012 71,207 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 65,999 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 62,835 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 56,651 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 51,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 51,942 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 45,659 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 42,209 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 41,936 miles

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

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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S989 SVW is a 1998 Fiat Ducato in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S989 SVW, 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 S989 SVW registered?

S989 SVW is a 1998 Fiat Ducato, first registered on 22 September 1998.

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