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Q962OOR

1997 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,045 mi
Last recorded4,045 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12654,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ962OOR
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 4,045 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 3,964 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 3,878 miles

Oil leak

fuel pump damage

Pass 24 May 2012 37,769 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 3,741 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 3,634 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 3,408 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 3,387 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake master cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.G.1c)

Centre Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Hand operated control valve malfunctioning (3.2.2c)

Front wheel component fouling (9.2.8d)

Hand operated control valve malfunctioning (3.2.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Hand operated control valve malfunctioning (3.2.2c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Battery insecure

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

handbrake lever release button sticks

o/s/r metal brake pipe slightly corroded

slight corrosion on n/s/ fllor pan by spring mounting

speedo cable has been tied together

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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Q962OOR is a 1997 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Q962OOR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q962OOR registered?

Q962OOR is a 1997 Fiat 126, first registered on 17 December 1997.

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