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F228 VFV

1989 Fiat Tipo

Silver Petrol 1372cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,490 mi
Last recorded54,490 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2007
Typical for 1989 Fiat Tipo72,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF228 VFV
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2007 54,490 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 53,884 miles

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

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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F228 VFV is a 1989 Fiat Tipo in Silver with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F228 VFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F228 VFV registered?

F228 VFV is a 1989 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 26 January 1989.

Is F228 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F228 VFV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F228 VFV have outstanding finance?

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