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DVG 215G

1997 Fiat 124

Red Petrol 1430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,619 mi
Last recorded15,619 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12427,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVG 215G
MakeFiat
Model124
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 15,619 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 15,525 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 15,522 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Fiat 124?

Based on 21,976 MOT tests across 3,263 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
2,747
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
3,263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
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DVG 215G is a 1997 Fiat 124 in Red with a 1,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat 124 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 27,656 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 124 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVG 215G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 124 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat 124 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DVG 215G registered?

DVG 215G is a 1997 Fiat 124, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is DVG 215G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVG 215G shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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