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MBD 454K

1972 Fiat 124

Red Petrol 1608cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,048 mi
Last recorded3,048 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Fiat 12437,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBD 454K
MakeFiat
Model124
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,608cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 3,048 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 2,705 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 2,384 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 1,967 miles

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

damage to both front wheels on inner surface

Fail 4 Oct 2013 1,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

damage to both front wheels on inner surface

Pass 15 Oct 2012 1,629 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 1,305 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 98,440 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 98,271 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 97,192 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise co is high,lap belts fitted, slight play in steering box

Pass 24 Jan 2008 97,192 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise co is high,lap belts fitted, slight play in steering box

How Reliable is the Fiat 124?

Based on 21,976 MOT tests across 3,263 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
2,747
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
3,263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
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MBD 454K is a 1972 Fiat 124 in Red with a 1,608cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Fiat 124 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 37,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 124 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBD 454K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 124 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 54 years old, this Fiat 124 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBD 454K registered?

MBD 454K is a 1972 Fiat 124, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is MBD 454K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBD 454K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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