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P963 GPF

1996 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,672 mi
Last recorded94,672 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Fiat 12652,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 GPF
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 94,672 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Chassis and floor heavily undersealed

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 94,528 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 93,758 miles

Nearside Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated drive shaft oil leak slight (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all brake pipe under seal

all chassis under seal

Pass 7 Apr 2021 93,237 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under seal all under

Fail 7 Apr 2021 93,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under seal all under

Nearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

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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P963 GPF is a 1996 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 P963 GPF, 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 30 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P963 GPF registered?

P963 GPF is a 1996 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P963 GPF safe to buy?

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