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S262 EFC

1998 Fiat Seicento Sportin

Yellow Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

636,306 mi
Last recorded636,306 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Fiat Seicento Sportin64,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS262 EFC
MakeFiat
ModelSeicento Sportin
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2008 636,306 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 636,306 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 63,062 miles

engine cam belt cover insecure. †oil leaks around front engine area. †n/s & o/s/f outer c/v boots slightly cracked & perished. †engine tickover erratic.

How Reliable is the Fiat Seicento Sportin?

Based on 714 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
5,716
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Headlamp aim too low 52
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
position lamp(s) not working 47
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S262 EFC is a 1998 Fiat Seicento Sportin in Yellow with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Seicento Sportin models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 64,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Seicento Sportin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S262 EFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Seicento Sportin typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Seicento Sportin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S262 EFC?

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What year was S262 EFC registered?

S262 EFC is a 1998 Fiat Seicento Sportin, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S262 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S262 EFC 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 S262 EFC have outstanding finance?

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