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VHV 372M

1974 Fiat 850

Blue Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2013
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

24,521 mi
Last recorded24,521 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHV 372M
MakeFiat
Model850
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 24,521 miles

nearside front shock weak

passenger door difficult to close

slight front brake imbalance under light braking

surface corrosion to sills and underside

Fail 21 Nov 2012 24,521 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight play in steering mechanism

Fail 26 Sep 2012 24,521 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Fiat 850?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 26
position lamp(s) not working 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Stop lamp not working 18
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VHV 372M is a 1974 Fiat 850 in Blue with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Fiat 850 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHV 372M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 52 years old, this Fiat 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VHV 372M?

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What year was VHV 372M registered?

VHV 372M is a 1974 Fiat 850, first registered on 23 July 1974.

Is VHV 372M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHV 372M shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHV 372M have outstanding finance?

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