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A181 YSF

1983 Fiat 126

Brown Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,432 mi
Last recorded8,432 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1983 Fiat 12627,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA181 YSF
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 8,432 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 8,432 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2016 7,999 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2009 7,915 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 7,761 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 7,761 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 7,285 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 126?

Based on 7,746 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 386
position lamp(s) not working 342
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 285
Stop lamp not working 281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 275
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A181 YSF is a 1983 Fiat 126 in Brown with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 27,582 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat 126 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A181 YSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 126 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 43 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A181 YSF registered?

A181 YSF is a 1983 Fiat 126, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A181 YSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A181 YSF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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