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A266 FPA

1984 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,768 mi
Last recorded22,768 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Fiat 12619,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA266 FPA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 22,768 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 21,210 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 19,244 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,618 miles

slight corrosion offside sill

Pass 3 Feb 2016 15,594 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,529 miles

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

OIL LEAK GEARBOX AREA

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 14,498 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

OIL LEAK GEARBOX AREA

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,702 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 9,817 miles

all tyres cracking

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,800 miles

all four tyres are starting to perish on sidewalls

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,662 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

offside front metal brake pipe starting to corrode

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 9 Jul 2007 4,832 miles

all tyres starting to crack on walls nearside rear starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2006 3,034 miles

both front wheel bearings slight noise

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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A266 FPA is a 1984 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1984 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 19,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A266 FPA, 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 42 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A266 FPA registered?

A266 FPA is a 1984 Fiat 126, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A266 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A266 FPA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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