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G583 CPA

1989 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,881 mi
Last recorded27,881 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG583 CPA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 27,881 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 27,881 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 27,688 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 27,573 miles

Fuel tank corroded

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

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Rears affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 27,573 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working Nearside and offside (3.5 (a))

Fuel tank corroded

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

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Rears affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 27,430 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 27,091 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 26,668 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,471 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 26,471 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 26,206 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 25,787 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 25,787 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 25,575 miles

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

nearside front wiperblade smeary

Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,328 miles

all bushes starting to perrish

fuel tank starting to corrode

Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,833 miles

gearbox mounts slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,716 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 24,587 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,427 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 23,925 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 23,925 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,687 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 23,362 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 22,694 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 20,511 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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G583 CPA is a 1989 Fiat 126 in Red with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 G583 CPA, 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 G583 CPA registered?

G583 CPA is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 30 October 1989.

Is G583 CPA safe to buy?

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