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TGF 85L

1997 Fiat 500

Cream Petrol 594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,133 mi
Last recorded58,133 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Fiat 50062,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGF 85L
MakeFiat
Model500
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine594cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 58,133 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 58,129 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 58,118 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 58,102 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 58,059 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 57,988 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 57,748 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 57,420 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 57,419 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 56,950 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 56,950 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 58,862 miles

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

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

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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TGF 85L is a 1997 Fiat 500 in Cream with a 594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Fiat 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 62,218 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 TGF 85L, 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 29 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 TGF 85L?

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What year was TGF 85L registered?

TGF 85L is a 1997 Fiat 500, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is TGF 85L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGF 85L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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