1991 FIAT UNO0.9L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a complete absence of testing data for the past fourteen years. The last recorded test occurred in August 2012, where the vehicle passed after an initial failure the previous day. Because no MOT has been performed since 2012, there is no evidence to confirm the current mechanical condition or structural integrity of the car. The maintenance trend is effectively stalled, rendering the historical data over a decade obsolete. The recorded mileage of 49,352 miles is exceptionally low for a 35-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,410 miles per year. While low mileage typically suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the significant gap in MOT records since 2012 indicates the car may have sat for long periods. Long-term inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion within fluid systems, regardless of the low odometer reading. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the recurring suspension issues identified in the final 2012 report. The tester previously flagged deteriorated rubber bushes across all four suspension points, including the rear trailing arms, along with a worn steering column top bearing and deteriorated shock absorber covers. The buyer should verify if the coolant and oil leaks were ever rectified and if the acid discharge in the battery tray has caused structural corrosion to the surrounding metalwork. Given the age of the Fiat and the lack of recent testing, a thorough check for chassis rust and perished hoses is essential before any purchase.