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F289 BVF

1989 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,181 mi
Last recorded27,181 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 BVF
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 27,181 miles

Central Front Lower Corrosion in front under panel but not in prescribed area

Light corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Slight movement in steering kingpin but not excessive

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer light movement in steering kingpin but not excessive

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 27,181 miles

Central Front Lower Corrosion in front under panel but not in prescribed area

Light corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Slight movement in steering kingpin but not excessive

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer light movement in steering kingpin but not excessive

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 27,055 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 26,922 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 26,560 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 26,339 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 26,339 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,983 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 25,705 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 25,603 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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F289 BVF is a 1989 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 28,259 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 F289 BVF, 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 37 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F289 BVF registered?

F289 BVF is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 16 February 1989.

Is F289 BVF safe to buy?

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