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GFX 126L

1988 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

12,406 mi
Last recorded12,406 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Fiat 12624,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFX 126L
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 12,406 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 12,387 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 12,222 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 12,070 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 11,984 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 11,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 11,328 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 11,311 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 11,072 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 11,072 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2012 11,050 miles

Spare tyre defective

headlamps are slightly dim.

Fail 9 May 2012 11,050 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Spare tyre defective

headlamps are slightly dim.

Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,941 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 10,938 miles

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

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 10,754 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 10,754 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 10,730 miles

slight inbalance on rear brakes when footbrake applied

Pass 15 Sep 2008 10,215 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 10,215 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 10,206 miles

as vt 32

Fail 10 Sep 2007 10,205 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 May 2006 10,007 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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GFX 126L is a 1988 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 24,910 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 GFX 126L, 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 38 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFX 126L?

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What year was GFX 126L registered?

GFX 126L is a 1988 Fiat 126, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is GFX 126L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFX 126L shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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