2018 Fiat Tipo 1.6L Diesel · KW67 TSU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass in September 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the recent failure indicates that suspension components are beginning to age. While the September 2025 test at 72,651 miles failed due to a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber, this was rectified prior to the successful re-test just ten days later at 72,866 miles. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,100 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with a 16,673-mile interval between August 2023 and August 2024, and a further 13,488-mile gap between the 2024 and early 2025 tests. There are no significant gaps in the testing, and the regular interval suggests the car has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent rubber degradation and mechanical seizing. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the 2024 test flagged play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. Although this was passed subsequently, the recent failure of the shock absorber suggests that the suspension components may be reaching the end of their functional life. Check for any signs of oil weeping on the remaining shock absorbers and inspect the rubber bushings for cracking or perishing. Given the lack of recorded structural corrosion or brake issues in the history, the focus remains on these routine wear-related mechanical components.