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E82 HCG

1987 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,406 mi
Last recorded40,406 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Fiat 12634,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE82 HCG
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 40,406 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 39,992 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 39,167 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 39,167 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2022 38,655 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 37,181 miles

underbody covered in black paint

Pass 17 Apr 2020 37,080 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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E82 HCG is a 1987 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E82 HCG, 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 E82 HCG registered?

E82 HCG is a 1987 Fiat 126, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E82 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E82 HCG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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