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K218 VPL

1992 Fiat Tempra

Yellow Diesel 1929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

9,160 mi
Last recorded9,160 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tempra76,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK218 VPL
MakeFiat
ModelTempra
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,929cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2006 9,160 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 3,493 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 3,440 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Tempra?

Based on 13,335 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

60.7%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,170
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 971
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 824
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 716
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 642
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K218 VPL is a 1992 Fiat Tempra in Yellow with a 1,929cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Tempra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 76,622 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Tempra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,170 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K218 VPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tempra typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Fiat Tempra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K218 VPL registered?

K218 VPL is a 1992 Fiat Tempra, first registered on 25 August 1992.

Is K218 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K218 VPL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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