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DKO 189K

1972 Fiat 500L

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,261 mi
Last recorded8,261 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Fiat 500L51,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKO 189K
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 8,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 7,210 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 6,632 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

headlights masks fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2019 6,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

headlights masks fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2018 6,529 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 6,529 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 6,444 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 6,094 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,388 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 2,167 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 1,713 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 859 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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DKO 189K is a 1972 Fiat 500L in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DKO 189K, 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 DKO 189K?

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What year was DKO 189K registered?

DKO 189K is a 1972 Fiat 500L, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is DKO 189K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKO 189K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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