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A893 OYC

1983 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,310 mi
Last recorded44,310 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Fiat 12627,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA893 OYC
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 44,310 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 41,971 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 41,461 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

both front tyres cracked in tread and sidewalls

Pass 6 May 2009 40,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

both front tyres cracking in tread due to age

Pass 21 May 2008 39,536 miles

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 14 May 2008 39,534 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 39,491 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake peddle rubber split to o/s

lower front vallance corroded to o/s

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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A893 OYC is a 1983 Fiat 126 in Blue 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 A893 OYC, 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 A893 OYC registered?

A893 OYC is a 1983 Fiat 126, first registered on 14 October 1983.

Is A893 OYC safe to buy?

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