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F549 NCJ

1989 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,944 mi
Last recorded19,944 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF549 NCJ
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 19,944 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 19,895 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 19,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 19,828 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 19,795 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 19,742 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 19,654 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 19,563 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 19,465 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 17,183 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Fail 13 May 2008 17,168 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 May 2008 17,168 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 17,143 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 17,143 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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F549 NCJ is a 1989 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F549 NCJ, 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 F549 NCJ registered?

F549 NCJ is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 29 June 1989.

Is F549 NCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F549 NCJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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