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AFU 588K

1972 Fiat 500L

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,289 mi
Last recorded30,289 miles
Recorded on24 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Fiat 500L51,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFU 588K
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2014 30,289 miles

windscreen washers poor

Pass 11 May 2013 30,065 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2012 29,908 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 29,773 miles

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

rear shockabsorber bushes perishing

rear suspension radius arms corroding

steering idler bushes deteriorating slightly

underside starting to corrode

Fail 30 Apr 2011 29,773 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear shockabsorber bushes perishing

rear suspension radius arms corroding

steering idler bushes deteriorating slightly

underside starting to corrode

Pass 6 May 2010 29,546 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2010 29,546 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2008 28,893 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 28,891 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500L?

Based on 209,749 MOT tests across 19,278 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,764
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
19,278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,767
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AFU 588K is a 1972 Fiat 500L in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Fiat 500L models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 51,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFU 588K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500L typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 54 years old, this Fiat 500L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFU 588K?

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What year was AFU 588K registered?

AFU 588K is a 1972 Fiat 500L, first registered on 3 March 1972.

Is AFU 588K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFU 588K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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