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R851 SCW

1998 Fiat Motorhome

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,587 mi
Last recorded51,587 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Fiat Motorhome62,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 SCW
MakeFiat
ModelMotorhome
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 51,587 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 51,208 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member radiator support (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 50,714 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 49,682 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 48,718 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 47,757 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 47,316 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 45,799 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 42,851 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 42,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 40,877 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 39,888 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 39,888 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,263 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 35,737 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

surface rust under side.

wiper blades worn but still clears screen

Pass 30 Jul 2013 30,254 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

body/chassis showing signs of corrosion (general)

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated but system secure

slight play in front axle wheel bearings

Fail 23 Jul 2013 30,247 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

body/chassis showing signs of corrosion (general)

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated but system secure

slight play in front axle wheel bearings

Pass 28 Jul 2012 28,596 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,901 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 27,901 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 26,537 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 24,604 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 22,599 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 22,593 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 16,718 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 16,712 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside cv gaiter grease stained

Pass 20 Jul 2006 10,112 miles

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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R851 SCW is a 1998 Fiat Motorhome in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 62,168 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 R851 SCW, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R851 SCW?

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What year was R851 SCW registered?

R851 SCW is a 1998 Fiat Motorhome, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R851 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 SCW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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