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X182 MEB

2000 Fiat Marea

Bronze Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

132,328 mi
Last recorded132,328 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 2000 Fiat Marea70,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX182 MEB
MakeFiat
ModelMarea
Year2000
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 132,328 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 132,328 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 126,001 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear bump stops insecure

Fail 22 Apr 2009 125,841 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear bump stops insecure

Pass 7 May 2008 116,970 miles

exhaust rubbers broken and secured with cable ties

Fail 7 May 2008 116,970 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust rubbers broken and secured with cable ties

Fail 29 Jun 2007 113,837 miles

Exhaust mounting rubbers broken and exhaust secured with cable ties

Minor damage to front number plate

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake disc corroded on inner face

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside and nearside rear axle bump stops adrift

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 113,837 miles

Exhaust mounting rubbers broken and exhaust secured with cable ties

Minor damage to front number plate

Nearside rear brake disc corroded on inner face

Offside and nearside rear axle bump stops adrift

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 91,740 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Fiat Marea?

Based on 95,131 MOT tests across 14,968 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
6,008
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,968
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,706
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,195
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 3,373
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X182 MEB is a 2000 Fiat Marea in Bronze with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Marea models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 70,302 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 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 8,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X182 MEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Marea typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Marea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X182 MEB registered?

X182 MEB is a 2000 Fiat Marea, first registered on 7 December 2000.

Is X182 MEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X182 MEB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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