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ELC 552T

1979 Fiat 127

Orange Petrol 1049cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,035 mi
Last recorded18,035 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Fiat 12749,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELC 552T
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,049cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2013 18,035 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,661 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 16,866 miles

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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ELC 552T is a 1979 Fiat 127 in Orange with a 1,049cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 49,091 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 ELC 552T, 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 47 years old, this Fiat 127 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELC 552T?

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What year was ELC 552T registered?

ELC 552T is a 1979 Fiat 127, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is ELC 552T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELC 552T shows 3 tests 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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