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S359 VAG

1998 Iveco Tipper

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,120 mi
Last recorded120,120 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Iveco Tipper97,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS359 VAG
MakeIveco
ModelTipper
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 120,120 miles

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 116,800 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 111,686 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 105,983 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 98,186 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 9,200 miles

centre chassis crossmember showing surface rust

Pass 3 Nov 2007 84,472 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 75,299 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 75,299 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2005 66,557 miles

How Reliable is the Iveco Tipper?

Based on 1,841 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
7,163
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 95
Brake pipe excessively corroded 87
Registration plate lamp not working 77
position lamp(s) not working 76
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S359 VAG is a 1998 Iveco Tipper in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Iveco Tipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 97,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Iveco Tipper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S359 VAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Iveco Tipper typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Iveco Tipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S359 VAG?

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What year was S359 VAG registered?

S359 VAG is a 1998 Iveco Tipper, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is S359 VAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S359 VAG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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