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K281 HMX

1992 Fiat Tempra

Red Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

8,234 mi
Last recorded8,234 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2012
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tempra76,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK281 HMX
MakeFiat
ModelTempra
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2012 8,234 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2012 8,229 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,651 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2010 4,799 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,093 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

fluid leak under vehicle

Fail 8 Jul 2009 3,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

fluid leak under vehicle

Pass 21 May 2008 120,010 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 120,010 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 98,632 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 98,632 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 30 Mar 2006 124,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s head lamp has stone damage that may progres req replacing soon

water leak on rad rec attend as soon as pos

Pass 30 Mar 2006 124,901 miles

o/s head lamp has stone damage that may progres req replacing soon

water leak on rad rec attend as soon as pos

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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K281 HMX is a 1992 Fiat Tempra in Red with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 K281 HMX, 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.

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What year was K281 HMX registered?

K281 HMX is a 1992 Fiat Tempra, first registered on 30 November 1992.

Is K281 HMX safe to buy?

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