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FC16 VMG

2016 Fiat Tipo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,946 mi
Last recorded59,946 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat Tipo43,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC16 VMG
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 59,946 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear and offside front . rears also cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 59,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear and offside front . rears also cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 51,444 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 51,438 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 44,751 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2024 44,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55x16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 37,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55x16 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 33,723 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 31,142 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 24,320 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 20,486 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 20,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Tipo?

Based on 127,347 MOT tests across 22,694 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,126
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,060
brake recording little or no effort 2,369
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,327
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,135
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,862
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FC16 VMG is a 2016 Fiat Tipo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 43,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Tipo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FC16 VMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tipo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 10 years old, this Fiat Tipo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FC16 VMG?

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What year was FC16 VMG registered?

FC16 VMG is a 2016 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 31 August 2016.

Is FC16 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC16 VMG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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