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D96 GAH

1986 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,112 mi
Last recorded26,112 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Fiat 12636,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD96 GAH
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 26,112 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 26,105 miles

Front slight movement in king pin .offside / nearside

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 26,105 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside / nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 145/70/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2024 26,066 miles

Front slight movement in king pin .offside / nearside

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside / nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 26,066 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 145/70/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front slight movement in king pin .offside / nearside

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 25,992 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 25,714 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Multiple pipes on the underside of the vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Front NEARSIDE and OFFSIDE King pins / bushes have slight play

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Engine / transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

The underside of the vehicle has a thick underseal coating, making a detailed inspection of the structure not possible

Pass 16 Jun 2020 25,662 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,582 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 25,485 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 25,356 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 25,356 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 25,200 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,008 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 24,712 miles

slight movement in o/s/f king pin

Pass 12 Jun 2013 23,502 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 22,983 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 19,254 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2011 19,092 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 18,866 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 18,212 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,720 miles

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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D96 GAH is a 1986 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D96 GAH, 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 D96 GAH registered?

D96 GAH is a 1986 Fiat 126, first registered on 7 November 1986.

Is D96 GAH safe to buy?

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