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K742 DCF

1993 Fiat Tipo

Red Petrol 1372cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,920 mi
Last recorded118,920 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 1993 Fiat Tipo85,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK742 DCF
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2013 118,920 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 115,340 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 111,893 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 108,528 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 105,202 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 100,877 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 96,946 miles

small crack in swept area of screen not exceeding limits

Pass 28 Feb 2006 93,161 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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K742 DCF is a 1993 Fiat Tipo in Red with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 85,314 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 K742 DCF, 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 33 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 K742 DCF registered?

K742 DCF is a 1993 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 1 December 1993.

Is K742 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K742 DCF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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