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J838 RWL

1992 Fiat Tempra

Green Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,230 mi
Last recorded108,230 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tempra76,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ838 RWL
MakeFiat
ModelTempra
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2005 108,230 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Oct 2005 108,203 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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J838 RWL is a 1992 Fiat Tempra in Green with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J838 RWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J838 RWL registered?

J838 RWL is a 1992 Fiat Tempra, first registered on 29 May 1992.

Is J838 RWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J838 RWL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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