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G131 SNU

1990 Fiat Tipo

Blue Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,885 mi
Last recorded117,885 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2007
Typical for 1990 Fiat Tipo78,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 SNU
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2007 117,885 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 117,883 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 111,033 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 111,033 miles

Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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G131 SNU is a 1990 Fiat Tipo in Blue with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 78,112 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 G131 SNU, 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 36 years old, this Fiat Tipo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G131 SNU?

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What year was G131 SNU registered?

G131 SNU is a 1990 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 4 May 1990.

Is G131 SNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G131 SNU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G131 SNU have outstanding finance?

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