Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw (1994)
1994 Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw
CarHunch analysed 316 real MOT records for the 1994 Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1994 Fiat Tempra is in dire straits: only 1.8% pass the MOT on first attempt, compared to the UK average of 80%, making it a deeply unreliable prospect for any buyer. Fewer than 1% of these vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, but that's almost the only positive in an otherwise grim picture.
At 84,086 miles median and 72,033 average, these cars have genuinely high mileage for their age, which partly explains the collapse in reliability—yet even accounting for age and use, a sub-2% pass rate is catastrophic. If you're considering one, budget heavily for immediate remedial work and factor in that the average car needs substantial repairs; honestly, at this point in the model's life, you'd be better served looking at a more robust alternative from the same era.
What to check before buying a 1994 Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 315 | 1.8% | 0.06 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Fiat Tempra Slx Ie Sw vehicles fall between 32,895 and 97,642 miles.
MOT History Averages
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