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DKO 729K

1972 Fiat 500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,814 mi
Last recorded37,814 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 1972 Fiat 50055,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKO 729K
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 37,814 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 37,448 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 37,096 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 37,095 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 36,807 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 36,802 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,468 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 36,468 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 35,795 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 35,521 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,019 miles

advise oil leak from drive shaft boot

Pass 17 Feb 2012 34,605 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,829 miles

advise headlamp masks fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,746 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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DKO 729K is a 1972 Fiat 500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 55,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKO 729K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 54 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DKO 729K?

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What year was DKO 729K registered?

DKO 729K is a 1972 Fiat 500, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is DKO 729K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKO 729K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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