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H778 GBC

1991 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,891 mi
Last recorded42,891 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH778 GBC
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 42,891 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 42,390 miles

Corrosion on offside rear arch at rear end of sill only just outside MOT stress areas of suspension and seatbelt mounts. Welded repair recommended.

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 42,390 miles

Corrosion on offside rear arch at rear end of sill only just outside MOT stress areas of suspension and seatbelt mounts. Welded repair recommended.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 May 2014 41,637 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 40,566 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 40,559 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 34,261 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 29,267 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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H778 GBC is a 1991 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 29,778 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 H778 GBC, 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 35 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H778 GBC registered?

H778 GBC is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 22 April 1991.

Is H778 GBC safe to buy?

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