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P958 SKX

1997 Fiat Cinquecent

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,982 mi
Last recorded73,982 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Cinquecent64,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP958 SKX
MakeFiat
ModelCinquecent
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2008 73,982 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 73,981 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/r back plate corroded

Pass 17 May 2007 64,753 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 64,548 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 53,006 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
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P958 SKX is a 1997 Fiat Cinquecent in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Cinquecent models, the average MOT pass rate is 55.1% with a typical mileage of 64,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P958 SKX, 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 29 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 P958 SKX?

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What year was P958 SKX registered?

P958 SKX is a 1997 Fiat Cinquecent, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P958 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P958 SKX 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.

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