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OEF 512W

1999 Fiat 126

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,677 mi
Last recorded20,677 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Fiat 12666,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEF 512W
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2025 20,677 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 20,391 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 20,348 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 20,072 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 20,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 19,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 19,607 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 17,881 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,656 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 16,785 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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OEF 512W is a 1999 Fiat 126 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 66,617 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 OEF 512W, 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 27 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEF 512W?

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What year was OEF 512W registered?

OEF 512W is a 1999 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is OEF 512W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEF 512W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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