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EMM 978V

1980 Fiat 127

Blue Petrol 1049cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,281 mi
Last recorded33,281 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 1980 Fiat 12745,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMM 978V
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,049cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 33,281 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 33,231 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 33,187 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes corroding in places (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 33,187 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes corroding in places (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 33,164 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 33,118 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 33,075 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 33,075 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working both (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 33,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,950 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 32,896 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,828 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 32,571 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

metal brake pipes corroding in places

Pass 21 Jul 2011 32,477 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

metal brake pipes starting to corrode in places

Pass 6 Jul 2010 32,294 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 32,108 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 31,802 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 31,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f tyre on 1.6mm,

Pass 22 Jul 2006 30,838 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 127?

Based on 1,515 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
1,073
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
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EMM 978V is a 1980 Fiat 127 in Blue with a 1,049cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 45,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 127 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMM 978V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 127 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Fiat 127 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMM 978V registered?

EMM 978V is a 1980 Fiat 127, first registered on 22 May 1980.

Is EMM 978V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMM 978V shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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