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H228 HFA

1990 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7,369 mi
Last recorded7,369 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2008
Typical for 1990 Fiat 12628,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH228 HFA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2008 7,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,369 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 18 Oct 2007 5,601 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 5,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 5,601 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 4,330 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 4,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front and rear tyres cracking on outer walls

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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H228 HFA is a 1990 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 28,834 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 H228 HFA, 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 36 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 H228 HFA registered?

H228 HFA is a 1990 Fiat 126, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H228 HFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H228 HFA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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