CarVerify

Free Car Check

M524 LPH

1995 Fiat Cinquecent

Black Petrol 899cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

124,307 mi
Last recorded124,307 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2008
Typical for 1995 Fiat Cinquecent65,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationM524 LPH
MakeFiat
ModelCinquecent
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2008 124,307 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F gearbox mtg deteriorated

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

O/S/F & N/S/F chassis rails corroding

O/S/F & N/S/R jacking points corroding

Parking brake cable on limit of adjustment

Fail 29 Mar 2008 124,129 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F gearbox mtg deteriorated

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/F & N/S/F chassis rails corroding

O/S/F & N/S/R jacking points corroding

Pass 3 Apr 2007 122,601 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 122,601 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 121,109 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Cinquecent?

Based on 1,709 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

60.5%
Pass Rate
4,100
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 252
parking brake recording little or no effort 148
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 114
brake recording little or no effort 109
Full Fiat Cinquecent 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

M524 LPH is a 1995 Fiat Cinquecent in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Fiat Cinquecent models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 65,238 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 Cinquecent fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M524 LPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Cinquecent typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Fiat Cinquecent is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M524 LPH?

You can check the full history of M524 LPH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M524 LPH registered?

M524 LPH is a 1995 Fiat Cinquecent, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M524 LPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M524 LPH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M524 LPH 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 M524 LPH. 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.