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DLC 385T

1978 Fiat 127

Yellow Petrol 1049cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,240 mi
Last recorded45,240 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2005
Typical for 1978 Fiat 12734,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLC 385T
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,049cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2005 45,240 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Fiat 127?

Based on 1,515 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
1,073
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
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DLC 385T is a 1978 Fiat 127 in Yellow with a 1,049cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 34,890 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 127 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLC 385T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 127 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Fiat 127 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLC 385T registered?

DLC 385T is a 1978 Fiat 127, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DLC 385T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLC 385T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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