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WV52 VAE

2002 Fiat Stilo

Brown Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

247,340 mi
Last recorded247,340 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Fiat Stilo63,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 VAE
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2002
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 247,340 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 147,143 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 142,055 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 141,959 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f tyre tread low

o/s/r tyre tread low

slight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

Pass 11 Nov 2010 130,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

child seat fitted o/s/r

Pass 4 Nov 2009 106,650 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 106,650 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2008 83,213 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 83,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 71,394 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 71,394 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhust back box poor condition

Pass 16 Sep 2006 54,891 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Stilo?

Based on 566,057 MOT tests across 43,678 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
6,821
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
43,678
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,634
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,816
Headlamp aim too low 19,692
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,357
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17,651
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WV52 VAE is a 2002 Fiat Stilo in Brown with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Stilo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 63,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Stilo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV52 VAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Stilo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Fiat Stilo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV52 VAE registered?

WV52 VAE is a 2002 Fiat Stilo, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is WV52 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV52 VAE shows 12 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.

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