2017 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · WT17 CKP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 20 August 2025 at 68,015 miles passed only after a failure just two miles prior. This failure was triggered by a nearside rear tyre with tread depth below the legal limit and an offside rear tyre showing significant edge wear. This pattern suggests the owner only addresses essential components when they are forced to by an MOT tester failure. At 68,015 miles over nine years, the Fiat Tipo has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 4,100 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,000 miles covered in the final year. This mileage regularity generally suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which helps prevent the rubber components and seals from aging at a premature rate. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear suspension geometry and tyre alignment, as the recurring edge wear on the offside rear tyre in both 2024 and 2025 indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. The 2023 failure regarding an ineffective windscreen wiper is a minor consumable issue, but the buyer should verify the entire wiper assembly and glass condition for chips or cracks. Since no structural corrosion or brake failures were noted in the history, the focus should remain on ensuring the current tyres are fresh and that the suspension is not causing uneven lateral wear.