Fiat Uno Selecta CVT (1989)
1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT
CarHunch analysed 734 real MOT records for the 1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT is a reliability disaster by modern standards, with only a 20% first-time pass rate compared to the UK average of 80%—meaning 8 in 10 examples fail their MOT on the first attempt. The silver lining is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so while these cars fail frequently, they're not inherently unsafe when they do make it through.
At 37,731 miles on average, these Unos have covered relatively low mileage for their age, yet still manage a dismal pass rate, suggesting age-related wear and neglect are the real culprits rather than hard use. If you're considering one, expect it to need immediate and repeated repairs—the average 0.01 failures per vehicle masks the fact that the vast majority either pass cleanly or fail badly, with no middle ground.
What to check before buying a 1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT
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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Mileage Distribution
Most 1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT 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 1989 Fiat Uno Selecta CVT vehicles fall between 41,563 and 45,137 miles.
MOT History Averages
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