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C20 VTC

1998 Fiat Coupe

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,204 mi
Last recorded119,204 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Coupe86,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 VTC
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 119,204 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 119,095 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 118,790 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 118,390 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 118,389 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 117,571 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 117,426 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 116,580 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 115,785 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 110,550 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 106,645 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 100,141 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 100,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 92,167 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 83,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Fiat Coupe?

Based on 73,267 MOT tests across 6,722 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
3,394
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,861
brake recording little or no effort 3,763
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,410
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,269
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C20 VTC is a 1998 Fiat Coupe in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 86,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,743 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C20 VTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C20 VTC?

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What year was C20 VTC registered?

C20 VTC is a 1998 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is C20 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 VTC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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