CarVerify

Free Car Check

H521 YMW

1991 Fiat Tipo

White Petrol 1372cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,190 mi
Last recorded21,190 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Fiat Tipo77,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH521 YMW
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 21,190 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2024 20,866 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 20,589 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 33,128 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 33,080 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 20,555 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 20,420 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 20,341 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 20,039 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 19,077 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 30,445 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 18,766 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 17,979 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 17,678 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 17,678 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 17,413 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight pulsation on lights possible alternator fault

Pass 22 Dec 2005 17,321 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 17,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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
Full Fiat Tipo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H521 YMW is a 1991 Fiat Tipo in White with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 77,979 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H521 YMW, 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 35 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 H521 YMW?

You can check the full history of H521 YMW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H521 YMW registered?

H521 YMW is a 1991 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 3 January 1991.

Is H521 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H521 YMW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H521 YMW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H521 YMW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.