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J49 EVO

1997 Fiat Coupe

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,464 mi
Last recorded73,464 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Coupe93,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ49 EVO
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 73,464 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 71,347 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 68,292 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 65,050 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 65,049 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 63,863 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 59,829 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 55,408 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 47,986 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 42,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 35,080 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 29,666 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,490 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 23,460 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 19,169 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

aims slightly high

both rear wheels damaged on inside rims

Pass 2 Apr 2007 10,919 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 4,932 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Coupe?

Based on 73,267 MOT tests across 6,722 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
3,394
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,861
brake recording little or no effort 3,763
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,410
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,269
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J49 EVO is a 1997 Fiat Coupe in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 93,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,743 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J49 EVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J49 EVO registered?

J49 EVO is a 1997 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J49 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J49 EVO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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