Fiat Unknown (2002)
2002 Fiat Unknown
CarHunch analysed 153 real MOT records for the 2002 Fiat Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2002 Fiat is a serious reliability gamble: only 11% pass their MOT first time against the UK average of 80%, and nearly 1% have recorded dangerous defects at some point. You're looking at a vehicle that consistently fails inspection, with the typical car needing multiple attempts to meet legal standards.
The median mileage of 143,000 miles is reasonable for a 22-year-old car, yet these Fiats still rack up an average of 0.23 failures and 0.4 advisories per test—suggesting age-related wear is catching up faster than normal. If you're considering one, budget for immediate pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic and expect ongoing maintenance costs; this is not a car to buy on price alone.
What to check before buying a 2002 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 (65%) | 99 | 3.3% | 0.07 |
| Petrol (24%) | 36 | 2.8% | 0 |
| Diesel (12%) | 18 | 69.9% | 1.56 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 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 2002 Fiat Unknown vehicles fall between 95,237 and 142,999 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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42.9%
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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35.7%
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component
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28.6%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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28.6%
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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28.6%
Offside Headlamp aim too low
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21.4%
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play
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21.4%
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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