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D126 PTW

1986 Fiat 126

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,975 mi
Last recorded24,975 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 1986 Fiat 12636,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD126 PTW
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 24,975 miles

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

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

Power steering Rack has very light fluid mist

Pass 14 Aug 2012 24,836 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 24,594 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2011 24,584 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,154 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 24,137 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2009 23,593 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2008 23,065 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 22,315 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 22,305 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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D126 PTW is a 1986 Fiat 126 in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 D126 PTW, 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

How do I check the history of D126 PTW?

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What year was D126 PTW registered?

D126 PTW is a 1986 Fiat 126, first registered on 6 August 1986.

Is D126 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D126 PTW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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