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NOU 303Y

1983 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,447 mi
Last recorded42,447 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1983 Fiat 12627,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOU 303Y
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 42,447 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

all four tyres perished and cracked

front brakes binding slightly

inner steering rack joints badly worn but no free play at steering wheel

Pass 12 Jul 2018 42,412 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all four tyres badly cracked and perished

nearside inner rack end badly worn. no free play at steering wheel

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 6 Jul 2017 42,392 miles

all four tyres cracking

free play in nearside inner steering rack end just within limit

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Jul 2016 42,369 miles

free play in steering rack

offside front tyre badly perished

Fail 1 Jul 2016 42,364 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

free play in steering rack

offside front tyre badly perished

Pass 8 Jul 2015 42,314 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 42,268 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 42,268 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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NOU 303Y is a 1983 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 27,582 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 NOU 303Y, 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 43 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NOU 303Y registered?

NOU 303Y is a 1983 Fiat 126, first registered on 11 February 1983.

Is NOU 303Y safe to buy?

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