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J138 UGM

1992 Fiat Tempra

Black Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

166,221 mi
Last recorded166,221 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tempra76,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ138 UGM
MakeFiat
ModelTempra
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2005 166,221 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Fiat Tempra?

Based on 13,335 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

60.7%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,170
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 971
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 824
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 716
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 642
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J138 UGM is a 1992 Fiat Tempra in Black with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Tempra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 76,622 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 Tempra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,170 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J138 UGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tempra typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Fiat Tempra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J138 UGM registered?

J138 UGM is a 1992 Fiat Tempra, first registered on 30 January 1992.

Is J138 UGM safe to buy?

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