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Fiat Cinquecento

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,108 cc

V43 FPTMOT history

V43 FPT is a black petrol Fiat Cinquecento first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2022
Mileage
105,446 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 FPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Cinquecento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,108 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V43 FPT was last recorded at 105,446 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 1,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2016: 8,251 miles, lower than 82,519 miles on 17 Feb 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,245 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,201 miles
Average per year
3,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,446 miles
  • 2021 – 104,245 miles
  • 2020 – 101,677 miles
  • 2019 – 96,499 miles
  • 2018 – 92,347 miles
  • 2017 – 86,744 miles
  • 2016 – 8,251 miles
  • 2015 – 78,309 miles
  • 2014 – 73,963 miles
  • 2013 – 71,031 miles
  • 2012 – 68,180 miles
  • 2010 – 61,175 miles
  • 2009 – 60,540 miles
  • 2008 – 59,646 miles
  • 2007 – 58,567 miles
  • 2006 – 56,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,446 miles
  • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit has waterin side

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,446 miles (+1,201)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    507036943724
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit has waterin side

  2. Pass104,245 miles (+2,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,245 miles
    Test number
    887746450069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass101,677 miles (+5,178)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,677 miles
    Test number
    243365637623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,499 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,499 miles
    Test number
    648165015923
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE ONLY JUST MET REQUIRMENT

  5. Fail96,498 miles (+4,151)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,498 miles
    Test number
    190556991788
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass92,347 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,347 miles
    Test number
    806193278213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,744 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,744 miles
    Test number
    646021755327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,743 miles (+78,492)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,743 miles
    Test number
    654137711276
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEX (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165 55 13 TREAD (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass8,251 miles (-74,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    8,251 miles
    Test number
    612612800460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,519 miles (+4,210)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,519 miles
    Test number
    435953502907
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass78,309 miles (+4,346)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    679976015071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,963 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,963 miles
    Test number
    115461224080
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated
    • NoteOffside rear slightly corrodsion by fuel tank feed pipe
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated

  13. Fail73,963 miles (+2,932)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,963 miles
    Test number
    419211524029
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working
    • NoteOffside rear slightly corrodsion by fuel tank feed pipe
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated

  14. Pass71,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,031 miles
    Test number
    428251823007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,031 miles (+2,851)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,031 miles
    Test number
    908486713075
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass68,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,180 miles
    Test number
    706056242088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,180 miles (+7,005)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,180 miles
    Test number
    696496842064
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass61,175 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,175 miles
    Test number
    662232720235
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Fail61,175 miles (+635)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,175 miles
    Test number
    323282620202
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass60,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,540 miles
    Test number
    832934329290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,540 miles (+894)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,540 miles
    Test number
    452164429214
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass59,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    59,646 miles
    Test number
    560440228276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,646 miles (+1,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,646 miles
    Test number
    801909918236
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass58,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    974696927258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,567 miles (+2,355)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    211406527217
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass56,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,212 miles
    Test number
    334938626257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about V43 FPT

Does V43 FPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 FPT expired on 10 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 FPT?
The MOT on V43 FPT expired on 10 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 FPT done?
V43 FPT was recorded at 105,446 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 3,187 miles a year.
Has V43 FPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 FPT has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V43 FPT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V43 FPT find?
V43 FPT failed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 9 major defects and 3 advisories: fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front headlamp levelling device inoperative, and 9 more.

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