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H791 JPR

1990 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,011 mi
Last recorded52,011 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Fiat 12628,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH791 JPR
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 52,011 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 51,973 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 51,321 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 50,013 miles

Parkbrake has low reserve travel left ajustment may be needed

Fail 4 Aug 2022 50,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Parkbrake has low reserve travel left ajustment may be needed

Pass 14 Aug 2021 49,881 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 49,770 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 49,636 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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H791 JPR is a 1990 Fiat 126 in Red with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 H791 JPR, 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

How do I check the history of H791 JPR?

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What year was H791 JPR registered?

H791 JPR is a 1990 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is H791 JPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H791 JPR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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