2017 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · EY17 EXH

The June 2026 MOT passed, confirming that the Fiat Tipo remains roadworthy at 50,317 miles, but the test record reveals a worsening trend in suspension and braking components. The offside rear shock absorbers showed light misting of oil, the near side rear tyre bore a nail puncture, and a child seat fitted in the rear prevented full inspection of the adult belt anchorage, all of which point to ongoing mechanical concerns despite the pass. The mileage history shows irregularity: after a low‑usage period from the 2020 test at 23,532 miles to the 2021 test at 24,238 miles, the odometer jumped to 49,144 miles by the June 2023 test, a rise of over 25,000 miles in two years, before falling to 34,879 miles in 2024 and climbing again to 50,317 miles in 2026, indicating periods of heavy use or extended operation and possible data inconsistencies. A buyer should therefore examine the rear shock absorbers for oil leakage, verify the integrity of the coil springs and suspension bushes, and inspect the tyre tread and sidewalls for the previously recorded splits and the nail puncture; the worn brake pads noted in 2025 suggest the discs may be scored and the brake lines should be checked for binding, while the intermittent wiper failures indicate a possible pump or linkage issue and the child seat fitted in the rear must be removed to allow a full view of the adult belt anchorage. Overall, the car passes the latest test but the pattern of recurring mechanical faults points to deferred maintenance on suspension and braking systems, so a thorough in‑person inspection of those components, together with a review of service history, is essential before purchase.