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J981 GNJ

1992 Fiat Tipo

Grey Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,407 mi
Last recorded113,407 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tipo86,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ981 GNJ
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 113,407 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 113,407 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 113,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 113,053 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 112,739 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 112,737 miles

Exhaust system insecure 3 exhaust rubbers (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill section and floor and jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 112,212 miles

Central exhaust rubber perished

underside of car corroded

Pass 19 May 2017 111,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 111,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 111,567 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 111,553 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 111,147 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust joint soon requiring attention

Fail 20 Apr 2015 111,147 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust joint soon requiring attention

Pass 23 Apr 2014 110,741 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 110,741 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 110,202 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

off side front floor soon requiring attention

Fail 9 May 2013 110,202 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

off side front floor soon requiring attention

Pass 4 May 2012 109,506 miles

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 108,326 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 107,479 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 107,479 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 108,789 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 105,856 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 104,441 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 103,064 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 103,013 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 100,075 miles
Pass 9 May 2005 96,999 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
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J981 GNJ is a 1992 Fiat Tipo in Grey with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 J981 GNJ, 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

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What year was J981 GNJ registered?

J981 GNJ is a 1992 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 16 July 1992.

Is J981 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J981 GNJ shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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