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FUV 246J

1971 Fiat 850

White Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,552 mi
Last recorded32,552 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2007
Typical for 1971 Fiat 85060,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUV 246J
MakeFiat
Model850
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2007 32,552 miles

offside outer sill rusty.

Fail 7 Jan 2006 32,469 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 32,469 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 850?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 26
position lamp(s) not working 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Stop lamp not working 18
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FUV 246J is a 1971 Fiat 850 in White with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Fiat 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 60,718 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 850 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FUV 246J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Fiat 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FUV 246J?

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What year was FUV 246J registered?

FUV 246J is a 1971 Fiat 850, first registered on 30 March 1971.

Is FUV 246J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUV 246J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FUV 246J have outstanding finance?

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