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E837 FJM

1988 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,391 mi
Last recorded49,391 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 1988 Fiat 12624,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE837 FJM
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 49,391 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 49,391 miles

Emissions not tested no idle (7.3.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 49,391 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 46,686 miles

nearside rear support paneling corroded

offside front king pin slightly worn

Pass 2 Oct 2012 44,245 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 42,718 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 42,502 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 42,501 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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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E837 FJM is a 1988 Fiat 126 in Red with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1988 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 24,910 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 126 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E837 FJM, 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 38 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 E837 FJM registered?

E837 FJM is a 1988 Fiat 126, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E837 FJM safe to buy?

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