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F946 HCA

1989 Fiat 126

Cream Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,324 mi
Last recorded44,324 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF946 HCA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 44,324 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets Misaligned

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 44,316 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets Misaligned

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 44,186 miles

Offside Front wiper blade split/slit

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 44,179 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front wiper blade split/slit

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 44,152 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 44,145 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 44,003 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,841 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 43,760 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 43,586 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 43,403 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 43,030 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 42,449 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 41,560 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 41,331 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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F946 HCA is a 1989 Fiat 126 in Cream with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 F946 HCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F946 HCA registered?

F946 HCA is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 January 1989.

Is F946 HCA safe to buy?

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