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GGC 688J

1971 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,600 mi
Last recorded72,600 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Fiat 50052,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGC 688J
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 72,600 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 72,558 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 72,556 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,319 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 72,199 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 72,153 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 71,841 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 71,841 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 71,682 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 71,682 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 71,444 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 71,441 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 71,217 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 10,863 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 500?

Based on 3,854,072 MOT tests across 331,691 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
4,394
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
331,691
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 26,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,621
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,463
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GGC 688J is a 1971 Fiat 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 52,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGC 688J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 55 years old, this Fiat 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GGC 688J?

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What year was GGC 688J registered?

GGC 688J is a 1971 Fiat 500, first registered on 25 June 1971.

Is GGC 688J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGC 688J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGC 688J have outstanding finance?

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