2017 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · WN17 BWW

The 2017 Fiat Tipo presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT on 25 February 2026 at 87,781 miles reveals a vehicle that is being driven hard on consumables. The tester flagged both front and rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, alongside a nearside front tyre worn to the 1.6mm legal limit. These are not catastrophic failures, but they indicate a pattern of deferred renewal. The trend is neither clearly worsening nor resolving; rather, it suggests a vehicle that passes its annual test but often does so with components right at the edge of acceptability. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,753 miles per year over nine years sits squarely within the UK average. The record shows a steady climb from 64,665 miles in February 2023 to 82,726 miles in February 2025, representing approximately 18,060 miles in two years, a slightly higher-than-average rate that places greater demand on braking and suspension components. The gap between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests covers just 5,055 miles, which is notably lower and may reflect lighter use or a period of reduced driving in the most recent year. There are no alarming gaps in the record itself, with tests conducted annually in February each year. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system. The repeated advisory on worn and pitted brake discs across both axles in the 2026 test points to a vehicle that has been driven in a manner that generates significant heat and wear, possibly involving frequent stop-start urban driving or towing. The front discs in particular deserve inspection for scoring depth and lateral run-out. The nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit at the most recent test, combined with a similar advisory on the nearside rear tyre in 2023, suggests the vehicle may have a minor alignment or suspension geometry issue causing uneven wear on the nearside. A thorough check of the suspension bushes, tracking, and wheel alignment is advisable. Beyond the braking and tyre wear, the 2023 failure for a missing central obligatory mirror is a minor but telling detail. It suggests the vehicle may have experienced a period of neglect or rough handling, though this was rectified promptly. The windscreen chip noted in 2025, while not affecting the driver's view at the time, should be inspected for any propagation, as stone chips on the Fiat Tipo's screen can spread with temperature changes. Overall, the vehicle is roadworthy but demands a careful mechanical inspection focused on the braking system and front suspension geometry before purchase.