CarVerify

Free Car Check

J496 YPU

1992 Fiat Tipo

Green Petrol 1581cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,665 mi
Last recorded116,665 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tipo86,195 mi

Above 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

RegistrationJ496 YPU
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 116,665 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside under body surface corrosion

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 116,273 miles

under body slight surface corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2017 115,937 miles

all under vehicle has slight corrosion

Fail 1 Apr 2017 115,937 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

all under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2016 115,446 miles

all under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2015 141,967 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 11,422 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 113,211 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 110,355 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 108,228 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 106,766 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 104,759 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 103,402 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 101,284 miles

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

J496 YPU is a 1992 Fiat Tipo in Green with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 86,195 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 J496 YPU, 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 34 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 J496 YPU?

You can check the full history of J496 YPU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J496 YPU registered?

J496 YPU is a 1992 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J496 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J496 YPU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J496 YPU 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 J496 YPU. 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.