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D939 JBU

1986 Fiat 126

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,105 mi
Last recorded50,105 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Fiat 12636,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD939 JBU
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 50,105 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 47,074 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 42,624 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 40,104 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 34,383 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 34,352 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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D939 JBU is a 1986 Fiat 126 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D939 JBU, 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 D939 JBU?

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What year was D939 JBU registered?

D939 JBU is a 1986 Fiat 126, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D939 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D939 JBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D939 JBU have outstanding finance?

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