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EP88447

1997 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

17,773 mi
Last recorded17,773 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12654,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP88447
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2018 17,773 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2018 17,714 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective missing (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all four tyres are starting to crack and perish

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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EP88447 is a 1997 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 54,721 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 EP88447, 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 29 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 EP88447 registered?

EP88447 is a 1997 Fiat 126, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is EP88447 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP88447 shows 2 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EP88447 have outstanding finance?

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