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V198 YFW

1999 Fiat Motorhome

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

126,548 mi
Last recorded126,548 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Fiat Motorhome57,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV198 YFW
MakeFiat
ModelMotorhome
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 126,548 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch rear of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch rear of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 126,532 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch rear of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch rear of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively 2nd axle (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2025 125,926 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal ALL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 125,842 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All steel pipes (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 pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside rear / rear brake sticking slightly hand brake cables in poor condition

Pass 12 Dec 2023 123,708 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 122,074 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 120,123 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 119,318 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 119,318 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 119,250 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 118,495 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 113,525 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 107,074 miles

corrosion below nearside step

Pass 27 Nov 2015 104,125 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 98,786 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 97,186 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 95,127 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2011 90,823 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 86,678 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 82,084 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 82,080 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 75,331 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 66,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 61,518 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 59,771 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 59,771 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Motorhome?

Based on 51,040 MOT tests across 2,628 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
1,988
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,628
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 606
Brake pipe excessively corroded 556
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 510
brake binding 488
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 451
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V198 YFW is a 1999 Fiat Motorhome in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 57,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Motorhome fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 606 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V198 YFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 27 years old, this Fiat Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V198 YFW registered?

V198 YFW is a 1999 Fiat Motorhome, first registered on 21 December 1999.

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The MOT history for V198 YFW shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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