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F261 SBD

1988 Fiat Uno

Blue Petrol 1116cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,676 mi
Last recorded88,676 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1988 Fiat Uno64,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF261 SBD
MakeFiat
ModelUno
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,116cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 88,676 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 48,393 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 48,393 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 47,967 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 12 Jul 2012 47,967 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 47,440 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/r tyre starting to perish and split

Pass 14 Jul 2010 46,769 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 45,978 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 45,972 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

Fail 17 Jul 2008 45,385 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 45,385 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 44,650 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 43,788 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 43,771 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

coolant leaking

How Reliable is the Fiat Uno?

Based on 59,194 MOT tests across 15,958 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
2,151
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
15,958
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,579
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,778
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,556
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,346
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F261 SBD is a 1988 Fiat Uno in Blue with a 1,116cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 Fiat Uno models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 64,634 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Fiat Uno fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,579 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F261 SBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Uno typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Fiat Uno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F261 SBD registered?

F261 SBD is a 1988 Fiat Uno, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F261 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F261 SBD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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