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RBY 817K

1972 Fiat 500L

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,554 mi
Last recorded86,554 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2010
Typical for 1972 Fiat 500L51,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 817K
MakeFiat
Model500L
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2010 86,554 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 86,551 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 86,310 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 85,663 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500L?

Based on 209,749 MOT tests across 19,278 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,764
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
19,278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,767
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RBY 817K is a 1972 Fiat 500L in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Fiat 500L models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 51,759 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat 500L fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBY 817K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500L typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 54 years old, this Fiat 500L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBY 817K?

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What year was RBY 817K registered?

RBY 817K is a 1972 Fiat 500L, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is RBY 817K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 817K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RBY 817K have outstanding finance?

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