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A288 MAV

1983 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,478 mi
Last recorded32,478 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2011
Typical for 1983 Fiat 12627,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA288 MAV
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,478 miles

Battery insecure

n/s/f outer sill corroded at front

Fail 13 Oct 2011 32,478 miles

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

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Battery insecure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f outer sill corroded at front

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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A288 MAV is a 1983 Fiat 126 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A288 MAV, 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 A288 MAV registered?

A288 MAV is a 1983 Fiat 126, first registered on 8 September 1983.

Is A288 MAV safe to buy?

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