Fiat Unknown (1999)
1999 Fiat Unknown
CarHunch analysed 200 real MOT records for the 1999 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 1999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (48%) | 96 | 0.9% | 0.01 |
| Diesel (48%) | 95 | 0.6% | 0.04 |
| Diesel (3%) | 6 | 59.2% | 1 |
| Electric (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| LPG (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| Gas (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Fiat Unknown 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 1999 Fiat Unknown vehicles fall between 97,605 and 97,605 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1999 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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50%
Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in between axle 2 an 3.
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50%
Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front
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50%
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system deteriorating
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50%
Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak
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50%
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face
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50%
Oil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox
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50%
Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting
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50%
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front wheel arches
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1999. Counts include advisories and failures.
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