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G212 XBC

1990 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

33,333 mi
Last recorded33,333 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Fiat 12628,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG212 XBC
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 33,333 miles

Offside Front slight play in king pin

Pass 9 May 2025

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2024 33,999 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 33,999 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 33,999 miles

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 12 Apr 2021 33,999 miles

slight play in both front kingpins

Pass 16 Apr 2020 33,999 miles

play in both front king pins but not execive

Pass 3 Apr 2019 33,999 miles

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,999 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 33,999 miles

test longer due to running out of fuel

Pass 7 Apr 2016 33,999 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

item removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 17 Mar 2015 33,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 33,999 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 33,999 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 33,999 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all suspension components, under body, chassis and braking components all covered in under sill not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 30 Apr 2012 33,999 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all suspension components, under body, chassis and braking components all covered in under sill not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 23 May 2011 33,999 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 33,999 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 13 May 2010 33,999 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 May 2009 33,999 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 33,999 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 33,999 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 33,999 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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G212 XBC is a 1990 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1990 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 28,834 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 G212 XBC, 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 36 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 G212 XBC registered?

G212 XBC is a 1990 Fiat 126, first registered on 11 January 1990.

Is G212 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G212 XBC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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