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P601 SKX

1997 Fiat Coupe

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,190 mi
Last recorded83,190 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Fiat Coupe93,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP601 SKX
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 83,190 miles

jacking points rusty

Pass 26 Aug 2021 81,445 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 79,999 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 79,260 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 77,073 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 71,462 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 71,462 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,157 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 62,120 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 61,497 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 58,119 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 54,777 miles

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

o/s/ wiper is split

Fail 16 Jan 2009 52,365 miles

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

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 16 Jan 2009 52,365 miles

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 15 Jan 2008 49,807 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 47,214 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 47,204 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (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)

bonnet struts faulty

n/s/f brake flexi hose perishing

o/s wiper split

Pass 16 Jan 2006 43,728 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 43,728 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Coupe?

Based on 73,267 MOT tests across 6,722 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
3,394
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,861
brake recording little or no effort 3,763
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,410
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,269
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P601 SKX is a 1997 Fiat Coupe in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 93,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,743 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P601 SKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P601 SKX?

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What year was P601 SKX registered?

P601 SKX is a 1997 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 12 February 1997.

Is P601 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P601 SKX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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