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G731 TRA

1989 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,182 mi
Last recorded52,182 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 1989 Fiat 12628,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG731 TRA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 52,182 miles

eng/gearbox mountings poor condition

n/s/r tyre badly perished

Fail 28 Aug 2015 51,282 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

eng/gearbox mountings poor condition

n/s/r tyre badly perished

Pass 5 Sep 2014 46,161 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 46,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 46,122 miles

Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

under boby well under sealed chassie sounds solid

Fail 20 Aug 2012 26,687 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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G731 TRA is a 1989 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G731 TRA, 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 G731 TRA registered?

G731 TRA is a 1989 Fiat 126, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G731 TRA safe to buy?

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