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F225 JMA

1989 Fiat Tipo

White Petrol 1372cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

9,529 mi
Last recorded9,529 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1989 Fiat Tipo72,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF225 JMA
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2017 9,529 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre exhaust mount broken

O/s/r floor corroded

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 245 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

parking brake @ 16% (low)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 64,134 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 53,951 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,441 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 42,965 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 42,965 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 41,440 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 41,438 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 50,900 miles

Coolant leak

rear tyres starting to deteriate

rear washer inop

Pass 8 Apr 2009 40,749 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 40,749 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front o/s tyre low tread

rear sills / inner arch corroded

suspension corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2008 40,344 miles

inner wings corroded

sill corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2007 39,932 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 39,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 39,519 miles

flexi brake hoses cracking

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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F225 JMA is a 1989 Fiat Tipo in White with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1989 Fiat Tipo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 72,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F225 JMA, 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 37 years old, this Fiat Tipo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F225 JMA registered?

F225 JMA is a 1989 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 4 April 1989.

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