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L381 FVU

1994 Fiat Tipo

Silver Petrol 1372cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,503 mi
Last recorded112,503 miles
Recorded on10 May 2006
Typical for 1994 Fiat Tipo84,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL381 FVU
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2006 112,503 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 112,503 miles

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L381 FVU is a 1994 Fiat Tipo in Silver with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 84,804 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 L381 FVU, 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 32 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 L381 FVU?

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What year was L381 FVU registered?

L381 FVU is a 1994 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 28 January 1994.

Is L381 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L381 FVU 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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