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R149 BCH

1997 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,745 mi
Last recorded44,745 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12654,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 BCH
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 44,745 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 44,745 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 44,216 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 44,213 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 40,714 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 40,712 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2017 39,411 miles

Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear arms (2.4.G.1)

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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R149 BCH is a 1997 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R149 BCH, 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 R149 BCH registered?

R149 BCH is a 1997 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R149 BCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 BCH shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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