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M471 VCT

1994 Fiat 126

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,591 mi
Last recorded123,591 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM471 VCT
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 123,591 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 122,697 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 121,721 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 121,591 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper wishbone inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 120,435 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 118,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 118,794 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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M471 VCT is a 1994 Fiat 126 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M471 VCT, 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 32 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M471 VCT registered?

M471 VCT is a 1994 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M471 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M471 VCT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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