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R54 DSU

1998 Fiat Coupe

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,630 mi
Last recorded108,630 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Coupe86,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 DSU
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2007 108,630 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2006 102,097 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 102,097 miles

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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R54 DSU is a 1998 Fiat Coupe in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R54 DSU, 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 R54 DSU?

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What year was R54 DSU registered?

R54 DSU is a 1998 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R54 DSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 DSU shows 3 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 R54 DSU have outstanding finance?

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