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1991 Fiat UNO 1.1L Petrol · J883 OAV

J883 OAV

1991 Fiat UNO (1.1L, petrol). First registered 05/09/1991. Recorded mileage 69,528 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FIAT UNO
Year / Origin
1991
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26/10/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
69,528 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/10/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1991
Engine
1108cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 1991 Fiat Uno presents a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 25 October 2023 at 69,528 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three preceding annual tests also passed cleanly. No advisories or recurring mechanical faults appear in the official record, indicating the vehicle has not shown worsening condition across the observed period. Recorded mileage stands at 69,528 against a 35-year lifespan, averaging roughly 1,987 miles per year. The tests show light use: 61,181 miles on 21 December 2021, 63,768 on 28 October 2022, and 69,528 on 25 October 2023, a gain of only 6,347 miles across two years. A same-day fail and pass on 21 December 2021 at identical mileage suggests an administrative or paperwork error rather than a mechanical defect, as no faults were listed on either outcome. Given the clean history and low annual mileage, the Uno likely saw gentle, infrequent use, though long standing periods common at this mileage risk perished rubber components and seized brake calipers. A buyer should physically inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for corrosion or binding, and check structural integrity underneath for rot given the vehicle's age. The absence of recorded advisories does not exempt the car from age-related wear. Verify the exhaust emissions and tyre sidewall condition in person, and confirm the 2021 duplicate entry with DVSA to rule out clerical anomaly before purchase.

J883 OAV Key Findings

  • 23 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2023
  • 69,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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J883 OAV Mileage History

  1. 03/08/200619,202 mi
  2. 31/07/200720,010 mi+808 mi
  3. 05/08/200820,691 mi+681 mi
  4. 05/08/200921,239 mi+548 mi
  5. 29/07/201022,271 mi+1,032 mi
  6. 29/07/201022,271 mi
  7. 05/08/201127,791 mi+5,520 mi
  8. 06/08/201127,791 mi
  9. 17/07/201233,774 mi+5,983 mi
  10. 22/07/201338,197 mi+4,423 mi
  11. 22/07/201338,197 mi
  12. 16/07/201441,752 mi+3,555 mi
  13. 13/07/201543,322 mi+1,570 mi
  14. 24/08/201646,498 mi+3,176 mi
  15. 19/08/201750,126 mi+3,628 mi
  16. 31/08/201750,220 mi+94 mi
  17. 25/08/201855,162 mi+4,942 mi
  18. 25/08/201855,162 mi
  19. 22/10/202059,294 mi+4,132 mi
  20. 21/12/202161,181 mi+1,887 mi
  21. 21/12/202161,181 mi
  22. 28/10/202263,768 mi+2,587 mi
  23. 25/10/202369,528 mi+5,760 mi

Average of roughly 2,921 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.

J883 OAV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 15:13
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

23 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Fiat Uno (J883 OAV) between August 2006 and October 2023.

The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 25 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker top (2.4.A.3)”; “Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)”.

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