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F298 PLY

1989 Fiat Tipo

Blue Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,238 mi
Last recorded25,238 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Fiat Tipo72,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF298 PLY
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 25,238 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 25,010 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 24,909 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 24,792 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 24,590 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 24,405 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 24,206 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 23,939 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 23,736 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 23,479 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,175 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 22,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,568 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 22,194 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,763 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 21,403 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,925 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 20,913 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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F298 PLY is a 1989 Fiat Tipo in Blue with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F298 PLY, 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 F298 PLY registered?

F298 PLY is a 1989 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 30 January 1989.

Is F298 PLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F298 PLY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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