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B733 PLP

1985 Fiat 126

Multi-colour Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,523 mi
Last recorded42,523 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2007
Typical for 1985 Fiat 12632,371 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB733 PLP
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1985
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2007 42,523 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 42,523 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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B733 PLP is a 1985 Fiat 126 in Multi-colour with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B733 PLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B733 PLP registered?

B733 PLP is a 1985 Fiat 126, first registered on 17 May 1985.

Is B733 PLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B733 PLP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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