Fiat Unknown (1982)
1982 Fiat Unknown
CarHunch analysed 3,331 real MOT records for the 1982 Fiat Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 1982 Fiat Unknown
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (60%) | 1,991 | 0% | 0 |
| Petrol (40%) | 1,336 | 0.2% | 0 |
| Gas (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1982 Fiat Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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40%
Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor
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40%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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40%
Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
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40%
Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
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40%
Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill
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40%
Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill
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40%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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20%
Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1982. Counts include advisories and failures.
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