CarVerify

Free Car Check

M279 MPG

1995 Fiat Tipo

White Petrol 1372cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,419 mi
Last recorded53,419 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2007
Typical for 1995 Fiat Tipo80,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM279 MPG
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2007 53,419 miles

advisory comments as per previous vt32.

Fail 24 Mar 2007 53,419 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

slight gearbox oil leak from o/s/f inner c,v gaiter, n/s/r shock absorber damp.

stone chip to windscreen in swept area, slight engine oil leak.

tyre size:165/65/14T.

tread depths:n/s/f on 5mm, o/s/f on 1mm, both rear on 1mm.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 45,055 miles

advisory comments as per previous vt32

Fail 20 Mar 2006 45,055 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to n/s/r - seat belt not checked

corrosion formimng at ; o/s/f mc pherson strut top mounting, front subframe, o/s floor, n/s/r floor. surface corrosion to o/s/f metal brake pipe, o/s/f tyre approaching limit on edge, both rear tyres close to limit

slight oil leak from n/s inner drive shaft oil seal, tyre tread depths; n/s/f 6.0mm, o/s/f 3.0mm, both rear 2.0mm, 165/65/14t.

stone chip to front screen, rear wiper blade split, rear washer not working, front and rear number plates in poor condition, slight engine oil leak,

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
Full Fiat Tipo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M279 MPG is a 1995 Fiat Tipo in White with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 80,941 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 M279 MPG, 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 31 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 M279 MPG?

You can check the full history of M279 MPG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M279 MPG registered?

M279 MPG is a 1995 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 31 May 1995.

Is M279 MPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M279 MPG shows 4 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 M279 MPG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M279 MPG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.