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F876 DEC

1988 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,375 mi
Last recorded22,375 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Fiat 12624,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF876 DEC
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 22,375 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2025 22,375 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 22,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 22,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,375 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 22,375 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front some play evident o/s stub axle ( king pin )

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer sill welds appear poor

Oil leak, but not excessive both inner drive shafts (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both outer drive shaft dust covers poor condition

floor stiffning bracket may have been removed o/s/f

many weld repairs to vehicle underside particularly to sill areas, floor both sides extending into various box sections, mostly covered in body sealant unable to fully assess

o/s/f cross member welds appear poor - partially covered in sealant

Fail 18 Mar 2019 22,375 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front some play evident o/s stub axle ( king pin )

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer sill welds appear poor

Oil leak, but not excessive both inner drive shafts (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both outer drive shaft dust covers poor condition

floor stiffning bracket may have been removed o/s/f

many weld repairs to vehicle underside particularly to sill areas, floor both sides extending into various box sections, mostly covered in body sealant unable to fully assess

o/s/f cross member welds appear poor - partially covered in sealant

Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,216 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 22,216 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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F876 DEC is a 1988 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F876 DEC, 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.

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What year was F876 DEC registered?

F876 DEC is a 1988 Fiat 126, first registered on 8 December 1988.

Is F876 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F876 DEC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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