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EAJ 496V

1979 Fiat 126

Multi-colour Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,139 mi
Last recorded37,139 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 1979 Fiat 12629,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAJ 496V
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1979
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 37,139 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 53,572 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 53,572 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 53,502 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 53,461 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 53,275 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 53,077 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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EAJ 496V is a 1979 Fiat 126 in Multi-colour with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 29,225 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 EAJ 496V, 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 47 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EAJ 496V?

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What year was EAJ 496V registered?

EAJ 496V is a 1979 Fiat 126, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is EAJ 496V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAJ 496V 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.

Does EAJ 496V have outstanding finance?

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