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J896 XAR

1992 Fiat Tipo

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,721 mi
Last recorded99,721 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tipo86,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ896 XAR
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2006 99,721 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 99,721 miles

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

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
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J896 XAR is a 1992 Fiat Tipo in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J896 XAR, 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 J896 XAR?

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What year was J896 XAR registered?

J896 XAR is a 1992 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 30 June 1992.

Is J896 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J896 XAR 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.

Does J896 XAR have outstanding finance?

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