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D513 YNJ

1987 Fiat 126

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

20,151 mi
Last recorded20,151 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Fiat 12634,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD513 YNJ
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 20,151 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 20,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 19,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 19,956 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 19,741 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 19,543 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 19,422 miles

Central Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,320 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight drag detected at nearside front brake - not considered to be a significant bind

Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,121 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 19,104 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,075 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,832 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 18,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 18,978 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 18,754 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 18,753 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 18,715 miles

Nearside front tyre has some small cracks in the side walls.

Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,703 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 18,688 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 18,688 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake fluid level low. Off-side front brake rubbing on. Off-side rear brake rubbing on.

Pass 21 Jun 2007 18,686 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 18,660 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 18,660 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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D513 YNJ is a 1987 Fiat 126 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1987 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 34,415 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 D513 YNJ, 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 39 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 D513 YNJ registered?

D513 YNJ is a 1987 Fiat 126, first registered on 19 June 1987.

Is D513 YNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D513 YNJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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