2018 Fiat Tipo 1.6L Diesel · YY18 YUH

The 2018 FIAT TIPO presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 29 April 2026 at 69,266 miles with zero advisories. The most recent test shows no mechanical or structural defects whatsoever, a marked contrast to the failures and tyre wear flagged in previous years. This suggests the current owner has addressed earlier neglect and is now maintaining the vehicle to a proper standard. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 8,658 miles per year, which is typical for an eight-year-old car. The record shows a notable jump of 19,455 miles between April 2024 at 51,735 miles and May 2025 at 61,190 miles, indicating heavier use over that twelve-month period. A further 8,076 miles were covered in the fourteen months leading to the April 2026 test, confirming continued regular use rather than long-term standing. The MOT history itself is reasonably complete, with annual tests recorded each year from 2023 onward, giving a reliable picture of the vehicle's recent condition. The 2025 failure exposed significant tyre neglect, with ply or cords exposed on the offside front and both rear tyres worn to the legal limit. A buyer should inspect all four tyres carefully, checking for uneven wear patterns that could point to tracking issues, worn suspension bushes, or damaged coil springs. The repeated presence of fitted engine covers and undertrays across multiple tests limits what can be visually assessed underneath, so a physical inspection of the subframe, sump, and exhaust system for corrosion or leaks is advisable. The recurring note about child seats preventing full inspection of the nearside and offside rear adult seatbelts means those belt mechanisms have never been properly examined during an MOT. A buyer should remove any child seat installations and manually check both rear belts for fraying, retraction, and locking function before purchase.