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S39 RYB

1998 Fiat Coupe

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

145,912 mi
Last recorded145,912 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Fiat Coupe86,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS39 RYB
MakeFiat
ModelCoupe
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 145,912 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust on both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 145,911 miles

Exhaust system insecure cenrter mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust on both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 14,578 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear foot brake weak

Fail 1 Oct 2024 14,578 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear foot brake weak

Pass 4 Apr 2023 145,753 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

hand brake weak off side

Pass 6 Apr 2022 143,882 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 99,563 miles

surface rust on rear discs

Fail 31 Mar 2021 99,559 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect hid bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect hid bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

surface rust on rear discs

Pass 31 Mar 2020 97,505 miles

surface rust on both rear brake discs

Pass 6 Mar 2019 96,362 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 91,182 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 89,510 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 89,509 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 89,316 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 88,569 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 87,618 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 87,608 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 79,407 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 72,877 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 72,875 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 69,433 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 63,314 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2005 63,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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S39 RYB is a 1998 Fiat Coupe in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 S39 RYB, 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

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What year was S39 RYB registered?

S39 RYB is a 1998 Fiat Coupe, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S39 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S39 RYB 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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