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2017 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · WT17 MXR

WT17 MXR

2017 Fiat Tipo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2017. Recorded mileage 83,605 miles. MOT valid until 03 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
FIAT TIPO
Year / Origin
2017 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
83,605 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
1368cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding consumable components, specifically within the braking and tyre systems. While the most recent test on 25 November 2025 at 83,605 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed that same test due to thin rear brake pads, pitted rear brake discs, and an offside front tyre with insufficient tread depth. These faults indicate that while repairs are being carried out to meet legal minimums, they are often reactive rather than proactive. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 10,692 miles between the December 2024 test at 77,262 miles and the November 2025 test at 83,605 miles. This annual average aligns with the overall lifetime average of roughly 9,289 miles per year. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the frequency of failures suggests the vehicle is being driven until components reach their legal limits. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of tyre and brake issues, with failures recorded in June 2024, December 2024, and November 2025. The tester flagged nearside and offside front tyre wear in June 2024, followed by front brake disc wear and tyre failures in December 2024, and finally rear brake pad and disc issues in November 2025. This suggests the owner tends to address issues only when they trigger an MOT failure. Beyond the recorded consumables, the inspection should focus on the condition of the brake calipers to ensure the pitting on the discs is not caused by binding. Given the repeated tyre failures, checking the wheel alignment and suspension bushes is advisable to rule out uneven wear. While no structural corrosion or serious mechanical failures have appeared in these records, the pattern of maintenance implies a reliance on minimum legal compliance rather than preventative care.

WT17 MXR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
  • 83,605 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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WT17 MXR Mileage History

  1. 14/06/202472,913 mi
  2. 03/12/202477,260 mi+4,347 mi
  3. 04/12/202477,262 mi+2 mi
  4. 25/11/202583,605 mi+6,343 mi
  5. 25/11/202583,605 mi

Average of roughly 7,379 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WT17 MXR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 02:43
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Fiat Tipo (WT17 MXR) between June 2024 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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