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LAF 872L

1973 Fiat 500

Yellow Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,809 mi
Last recorded12,809 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1973 Fiat 50057,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 872L
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 12,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 12,586 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 12,586 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 12,337 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 11,730 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 11,308 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

both reat tyres small cracks in sidewall

Fail 7 Jan 2015 11,307 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both rear tyres small cracks in sidewall

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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LAF 872L is a 1973 Fiat 500 in Yellow with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,142 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 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 26,240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAF 872L, 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 53 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 LAF 872L?

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What year was LAF 872L registered?

LAF 872L is a 1973 Fiat 500, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is LAF 872L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 872L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAF 872L have outstanding finance?

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