2017 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · WN17 BWB

The 2017 Fiat Tipo presents a stable and recently improving maintenance trend, currently holding a clean pass recorded on 16 April 2026 at 92,288 miles with zero defects. That same day also saw a failed test for a non-functioning nearside stop lamp, a trivial electrical defect rectified immediately before the pass. Comparing this to the 2025 test, where the tester flagged perishing on all four tyres alongside worn rear brake discs and thin rear pads, the record suggests a genuine step up in upkeep. The vehicle appears to have moved from a period of deferred consumable replacement toward a fully corrected, roadworthy state. The mileage profile is unremarkable and consistent with typical use. Annual accumulation sits around 10,254 miles, tracking steadily from 73,213 miles in March 2024 to 92,288 miles by April 2026. No suspicious gaps or sudden spikes appear in the record. The 2024 failure exposed ply cords on both front tyres at 73,213 miles, indicating those tyres were run well past their safe limit before replacement. That neglect contrasts with the 2025 test, where all four tyres were flagged again, this time for age-related cracking and perishing rather than structural failure. A buyer should treat the current clean pass cautiously and physically inspect the tyre date codes and sidewalls, as the repeated advisories suggest the vehicle may have stood idle for extended periods, accelerating rubber degradation. Brake condition warrants a close look underneath. The 2025 test recorded pitted and worn rear discs alongside thin rear pads, yet the 2026 pass shows no brake-related defects, implying fresh components were fitted within the last year. A buyer should verify the thickness of both front and rear pads and check disc surfaces for lipping or scoring, as Fiat Tipo rear calipers are prone to sticking if not maintained. The repeated rear brake advisories hint at a pattern of harder use on the rear axle, possibly from a dragging handbrake mechanism. Beyond consumables, the 2024 child-seat obstruction preventing full inspection of the nearside rear adult belt is a minor procedural flag, but it warrants a physical pull of that belt to confirm full retraction and locking. Structurally, the record contains no corrosion, suspension, or emissions failures across all entries, which is encouraging for a nine-year-old vehicle. A buyer should still inspect the subframes, inner wing arches, and exhaust mounting points for surface rust, as the MOT only captures a snapshot and Fiat's underbody protection can deteriorate quietly between tests.