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P265 CCT

1997 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,495 mi
Last recorded50,495 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12654,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 CCT
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 50,495 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 50,489 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 50,485 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 50,525 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 50,228 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight play on rear wheel bearings

Fail 29 Sep 2015 50,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight play on rear wheel bearings

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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P265 CCT is a 1997 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 54,721 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 P265 CCT, 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 29 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P265 CCT registered?

P265 CCT is a 1997 Fiat 126, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P265 CCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 CCT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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