Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td reliable?

Based on MOT data from 336 vehicles, the 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td has a first-time MOT pass rate of 63.3%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td (1998)

336 real MOT outcomes analysed • 63.3% first-time pass rate

1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td

CarHunch analysed 336 real MOT records for the 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 336 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 1998 FIAT FIORINO 1.7 TD is a profoundly unreliable proposition: just 11% of these diesel vans pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%. Only 4.2% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety isn't the primary concern—instead, expect chronic mechanical problems across the board.

At nearly 90,000 miles on average, these are well-used commercial vehicles with a median CarHunch score of just 55, reflecting their age and heavy-duty history. With an average of 0.3 failures and 0.7 advisories per test, buying one of these means committing to regular repairs: only consider this van if you have a trusted mechanic and can stomach constant maintenance bills.

The 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td has a below-average first-time pass rate (63.3% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

63.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

4.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.3

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

83k

Middle half: 65k–100k

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⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

These stats describe 336 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 336 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	335	63.3%	0.3

Colour Breakdown

Based on 695 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 81.2%

564

Red 9.1%

Blue 5.5%

Grey 1.9%

Green 1.6%

Yellow 0.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

83,071

typical

65,292

low mileage

100,246

high mileage

Half of all 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td vehicles fall between 65,292 and 100,246 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 65,292 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 65,292–100,246 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1998 Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Tds sit.

⚠ Over 135,332 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.3

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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