MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,913 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Slight play in both front king pins
Nearside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear bench seat loose
fuel tank retaining bolt broken
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear bench seat loose
fuel tank retaining bolt broken
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
Rear bench seat is loose
blue tell tale does not illuminate on full beam
both headlight inners corroded
front leaf spring corroded
fuel tank retaining bolt broken
headlamp beam convertors on time of test
nearside and offside handbrake cables have bracket located next to them. will need further investigation as what these do.
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front axle kingpin has slight play will need further investigation
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
Rear bench seat is loose
blue tell tale does not illuminate on full beam
both headlight inners corroded
front leaf spring corroded
fuel tank retaining bolt broken
nearside and offside handbrake cables have bracket located next to them. will need further investigation as what these do.
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shocker mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shocker mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 centre (1.1.11 (c))
Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
oil leaks
Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
How Reliable is the Fiat 126?
Based on 7,746 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.
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A126 PND is a 1985 Fiat 126 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.
Across all 1985 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 32,371 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 A126 PND, 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 41 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A126 PND registered?
A126 PND is a 1985 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is A126 PND safe to buy?
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