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GY 73

1979 Fiat Dino

Red Petrol 2418cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

67,202 mi
Last recorded67,202 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY 73
MakeFiat
ModelDino
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,418cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 67,202 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rears (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 66,746 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 66,506 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 66,130 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 65,212 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 64,574 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 64,574 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 63,570 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 62,802 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 62,796 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 61,804 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 61,265 miles

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

rear o/s driveshaft uj worn

slight twist to rear n/s brake flexi

Pass 20 Jan 2012 61,058 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,630 miles

fuel cap seal staring to split.

Fail 4 Feb 2011 60,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

fuel cap seal staring to split.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 60,358 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 59,447 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 58,236 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 56,944 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 53,767 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Dino?

Based on 705 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Horn not working 17
Direction indicator incorrect colour 17
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 14
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GY 73 is a 1979 Fiat Dino in Red with a 2,418cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

The most common reason a Fiat Dino fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY 73, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Dino typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Fiat Dino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GY 73?

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What year was GY 73 registered?

GY 73 is a 1979 Fiat Dino, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is GY 73 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY 73 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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