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SEA 625

1973 Fiat 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,541 mi
Last recorded50,541 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2014
Typical for 1973 Fiat 50057,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 625
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2014 50,541 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2011 50,459 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 50,451 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a missing flange bolt (2.4.G.4c) DANGEROUS

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 49,712 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 49,712 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 49,124 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 48,962 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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SEA 625 is a 1973 Fiat 500 in Red with a 499cc 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 SEA 625, 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 SEA 625?

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What year was SEA 625 registered?

SEA 625 is a 1973 Fiat 500, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is SEA 625 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEA 625 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 SEA 625 have outstanding finance?

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