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SKW4277

1983 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,012 mi
Last recorded49,012 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1983 Fiat 12627,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKW4277
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2022 49,012 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under seal used underneath

Pass 28 Apr 2020 48,427 miles

Both sills are corroded

General corrosion underneath

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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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SKW4277 is a 1983 Fiat 126 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 27,582 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 SKW4277, 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 43 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SKW4277 registered?

SKW4277 is a 1983 Fiat 126, first registered on 28 February 1983.

Is SKW4277 safe to buy?

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