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JHU 216N

1991 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,423 mi
Last recorded14,423 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHU 216N
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2026 14,423 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 11,477 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 11,477 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 11,439 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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JHU 216N is a 1991 Fiat 500 in Red with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 JHU 216N, 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 35 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 JHU 216N?

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What year was JHU 216N registered?

JHU 216N is a 1991 Fiat 500, first registered on 29 March 1991.

Is JHU 216N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHU 216N shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JHU 216N have outstanding finance?

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