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CWU 86T

1978 Fiat 128

Silver Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

71,780 mi
Last recorded71,780 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Fiat 12869,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWU 86T
MakeFiat
Model128
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2010 71,780 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Fiat 128?

Based on 569 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
637
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 15
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13
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CWU 86T is a 1978 Fiat 128 in Silver with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1978 Fiat 128 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,741 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 128 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CWU 86T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 128 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Fiat 128 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CWU 86T?

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What year was CWU 86T registered?

CWU 86T is a 1978 Fiat 128, first registered on 8 August 1978.

Is CWU 86T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWU 86T shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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