CarVerify

Free Car Check

R548 WLF

1998 Fiat Coupe

Red Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,446 mi
Last recorded62,446 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Coupe86,702 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

RegistrationR548 WLF
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 62,446 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 62,232 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Engine mounting bracket excessively loose bolt insecure (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components top suspension mounting bearing (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 61,498 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 61,479 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front anti roll bar bushes perished

headlights are starting to deteriorate

rear discs rusty

Pass 11 Apr 2017 60,878 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 59,929 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 59,929 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 58,560 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 58,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 56,013 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 54,120 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 54,120 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 51,995 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 50,093 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 47,681 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 45,933 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 43,681 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 40,268 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 40,263 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 36,581 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 36,581 miles

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
Full Fiat Coupe 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

R548 WLF is a 1998 Fiat Coupe in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 86,702 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 R548 WLF, 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 28 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 R548 WLF?

You can check the full history of R548 WLF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R548 WLF registered?

R548 WLF is a 1998 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R548 WLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R548 WLF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R548 WLF 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 R548 WLF. 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.