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F298 MMV

1989 Fiat Uno

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

71,881 mi
Last recorded71,881 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat Uno70,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF298 MMV
MakeFiat
ModelUno
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 71,881 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 71,860 miles

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 71,847 miles

n/s/f front brake slightly binding

needs two centre exhaust runbbers

Pass 6 Sep 2021 71,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 71,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 69,996 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 69,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired as marked (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired as marked (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Apr 2018 69,987 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both side (2.4.A.3)

under body corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2017 68,993 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

under body corrosion

Fail 19 Apr 2017 68,991 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

under body corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2016 68,195 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,003 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2014 65,795 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 65,785 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 64,264 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 62,883 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 61,172 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 59,387 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 56,968 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 54,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 52,440 miles

chip in nearside headlamp but not affecting beam pattern

chip in offside headlamp but not affecting the beam pattern

Pass 9 May 2006 49,722 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 49,722 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

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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F298 MMV is a 1989 Fiat Uno in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1989 Fiat Uno models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 70,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 F298 MMV, 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 37 years old, this Fiat Uno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F298 MMV registered?

F298 MMV is a 1989 Fiat Uno, first registered on 31 May 1989.

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