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C733 YLJ

1986 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

5,409 mi
Last recorded5,409 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1986 Fiat 12636,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC733 YLJ
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 5,409 miles

Rear coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 5,407 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 5,300 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Nov 2014 5,300 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 5,296 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2012 5,204 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Nov 2012 5,201 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2011 5,125 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2010 5,031 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 4,953 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 4,859 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 4,741 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 4,640 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 4,536 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 4,536 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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C733 YLJ is a 1986 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1986 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 36,107 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 C733 YLJ, 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 40 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 C733 YLJ registered?

C733 YLJ is a 1986 Fiat 126, first registered on 16 January 1986.

Is C733 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C733 YLJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C733 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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