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G366 VTP

1989 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,844 mi
Last recorded25,844 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG366 VTP
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 25,844 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 25,725 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 25,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 25,672 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2017 25,000 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 25,000 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 24,339 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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G366 VTP is a 1989 Fiat 126 in Red with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G366 VTP, 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 G366 VTP registered?

G366 VTP is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 30 August 1989.

Is G366 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G366 VTP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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