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FDN 87W

1980 Fiat 126

Multi-colour Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,493 mi
Last recorded28,493 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Fiat 12629,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDN 87W
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1980
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 28,493 miles

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

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

Slight play in nearside front king pin.

Pass 2 Sep 2019 28,471 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Under carriage corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2018 28,385 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 28,385 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2011 29,463 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 28,978 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 28,380 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 28,378 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,915 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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FDN 87W is a 1980 Fiat 126 in Multi-colour with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 29,266 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 FDN 87W, 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 46 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FDN 87W registered?

FDN 87W is a 1980 Fiat 126, first registered on 26 September 1980.

Is FDN 87W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDN 87W 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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