CarVerify

Free Car Check

P772 JDT

1996 Fiat Cinquecento S

Blue Petrol 899cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,927 mi
Last recorded63,927 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Fiat Cinquecento S61,032 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

RegistrationP772 JDT
MakeFiat
ModelCinquecento S
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
View full Fiat Cinquecento S reliability data

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 3 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2009 63,927 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 59,570 miles

O/side rear tyre has age degredation.

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 27 Dec 2006 56,679 miles

Nearside front headlight stone chipped

Oil leak

Slight exhaust rattle

Slight play in steering rack

Strong smell of fuel

Fail 27 Dec 2006 56,679 miles

Oil leak

Slight exhaust rattle

Slight play in steering rack

Strong smell of fuel

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

Nearside front headlight stone chipped

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

Pass 29 Dec 2005 52,454 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2005 52,454 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside inner driveshaft gaitor leaking

nearside rear tyre badly perished

temporary fuel cap fitted with screw centre

How Reliable is the Fiat Cinquecento S?

Based on 1,533 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,618
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 241
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
Brake pipe excessively corroded 136
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 129
Stop lamp not working 123
Full Fiat Cinquecento S 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

P772 JDT is a 1996 Fiat Cinquecento S in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Cinquecento S models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 61,032 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 Cinquecento S fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 241 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P772 JDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Cinquecento S typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Cinquecento S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P772 JDT?

You can check the full history of P772 JDT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P772 JDT registered?

P772 JDT is a 1996 Fiat Cinquecento S, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P772 JDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P772 JDT shows 6 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 P772 JDT 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 P772 JDT. 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.