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D947 NHB

1987 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Fiat 12634,415 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD947 NHB
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2025

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damaged on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 May 2025

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. Driver's seat will not lock in down position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damaged on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2023
Pass 30 Oct 2021

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018
Pass 26 Aug 2016

non standard engine fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2014
Pass 4 Sep 2012 18,231 miles

battery insecure

nearside front tyre damaged but not to cords

Pass 14 Jun 2011 18,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

exhaust not standard and external to car

Fail 14 Jun 2011 18,231 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

exhaust not standard and external to car

Pass 29 Apr 2010 17,890 miles

battery insecure

front valance corroded

Fail 26 Apr 2010 17,890 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

battery insecure

front valance corroded

Pass 12 May 2009 17,615 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 12 May 2009 17,615 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 May 2008 17,148 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 17,147 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 1 May 2007 16,719 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 16,719 miles

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

Nearside Front brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,003 miles

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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D947 NHB is a 1987 Fiat 126 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 D947 NHB, 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.

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What year was D947 NHB registered?

D947 NHB is a 1987 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 March 1987.

Is D947 NHB safe to buy?

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