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R792 VRK

1997 Fiat Coupe

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

88,887 mi
Last recorded88,887 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat Coupe93,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR792 VRK
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 88,887 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 88,685 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs slightly corroded on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlam lenses slightly frosted. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 88,250 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 87,890 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 87,130 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 82,623 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 82,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 77,576 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 77,576 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 76,040 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 76,040 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 72,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 72,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 68,962 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 68,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 68,467 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 61,006 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 61,006 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 55,634 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 55,634 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 53,368 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 47,993 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 47,993 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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R792 VRK is a 1997 Fiat Coupe in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 R792 VRK, 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

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What year was R792 VRK registered?

R792 VRK is a 1997 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R792 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R792 VRK shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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