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BG18 BZU

2018 Fiat Tipo

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

91,250 mi
Last recorded91,250 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2018 Fiat Tipo37,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 BZU
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 91,250 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 91,250 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 82,427 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 82,020 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 May 2023 71,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 24 Apr 2023 70,694 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 May 2022 41,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 36,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 May 2021 36,449 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Fiat Tipo?

Based on 127,347 MOT tests across 22,694 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,126
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,060
brake recording little or no effort 2,369
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,327
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,135
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,862
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BG18 BZU is a 2018 Fiat Tipo in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2018 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 37,970 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Tipo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG18 BZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tipo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 8 years old, this Fiat Tipo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG18 BZU?

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What year was BG18 BZU registered?

BG18 BZU is a 2018 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is BG18 BZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG18 BZU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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