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YL18 VYZ

2018 Fiat Tipo

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,847 mi
Last recorded44,847 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Fiat Tipo37,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL18 VYZ
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 44,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water on inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 38,047 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 38,046 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 30,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 24,917 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 18,498 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 18,498 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Fiat Tipo?

Based on 127,347 MOT tests across 22,694 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,126
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,060
brake recording little or no effort 2,369
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,327
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,135
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,862
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YL18 VYZ is a 2018 Fiat Tipo in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 37,970 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 Tipo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL18 VYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tipo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 8 years old, this Fiat Tipo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL18 VYZ?

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What year was YL18 VYZ registered?

YL18 VYZ is a 2018 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 23 August 2018.

Is YL18 VYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL18 VYZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL18 VYZ have outstanding finance?

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