MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,407 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Fiat Seicento?
Based on 527,923 MOT tests across 43,589 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R997 VEL is a 1998 Fiat Seicento in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Fiat Seicento models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 56,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Fiat Seicento fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 40,977 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R997 VEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Fiat Seicento typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Seicento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R997 VEL?
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What year was R997 VEL registered?
R997 VEL is a 1998 Fiat Seicento, first registered on 10 July 1998.
Is R997 VEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R997 VEL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R997 VEL have outstanding finance?
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