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YX17 VSE

2017 Fiat Tipo

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,567 mi
Last recorded56,567 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Fiat Tipo48,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX17 VSE
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2025 56,567 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect has LHD projector fitted making beam pattern kick to the right NOT left as required (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 51,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs worn with a lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 51,020 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in sidewall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs worn with a lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 43,871 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 38,929 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 38,791 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 32,307 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 30,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 28,319 miles

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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YX17 VSE is a 2017 Fiat Tipo in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 48,492 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 YX17 VSE, 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 9 years old, this Fiat Tipo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX17 VSE registered?

YX17 VSE is a 2017 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is YX17 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX17 VSE shows 9 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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