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G231 BEL

1989 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,382 mi
Last recorded24,382 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG231 BEL
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 24,382 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 24,330 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 24,329 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 24,291 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 24,227 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 24,050 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 57,291 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 24,031 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 23,506 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing has slightly noisy

Fail 3 Jun 2010 23,504 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r wheel bearing feels bearing slightly rough when rotated

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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G231 BEL is a 1989 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 28,259 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 G231 BEL, 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 37 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G231 BEL registered?

G231 BEL is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G231 BEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G231 BEL shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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