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W526 PNS

2000 Fiat Marea 100 SX

Blue Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,865 mi
Last recorded69,865 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 2000 Fiat Marea 100 SX73,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 PNS
MakeFiat
ModelMarea 100 SX
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 69,865 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 69,848 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 69,728 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2008 58,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

engine leaking oil

n/s/r brake binding slightly

underbody in rapid state of corrosion

Pass 10 Apr 2007 57,309 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 53,059 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 53,059 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea 100 SX?

Based on 981 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

63.5%
Pass Rate
7,714
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 124
Brake pipe excessively corroded 113
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
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W526 PNS is a 2000 Fiat Marea 100 SX in Blue with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Marea 100 SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 73,046 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 Marea 100 SX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W526 PNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Marea 100 SX typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Marea 100 SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W526 PNS registered?

W526 PNS is a 2000 Fiat Marea 100 SX, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W526 PNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 PNS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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