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F299 THY

1988 Fiat 126

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,919 mi
Last recorded44,919 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 1988 Fiat 12624,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF299 THY
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 44,919 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 40,733 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,733 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 37,153 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 37,153 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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F299 THY is a 1988 Fiat 126 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F299 THY, 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 F299 THY registered?

F299 THY is a 1988 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F299 THY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F299 THY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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