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HJ18 VEP

2018 Fiat 124

Bronze Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,303 mi
Last recorded29,303 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Fiat 12421,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ18 VEP
MakeFiat
Model124
Year2018
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 29,303 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 29,296 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Further inspection needed, inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 25,306 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 19,427 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 14,707 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 10,112 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 5,166 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat 124?

Based on 21,976 MOT tests across 3,263 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
2,747
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
3,263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
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HJ18 VEP is a 2018 Fiat 124 in Bronze with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Fiat 124 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 21,394 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 124 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ18 VEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 124 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 8 years old, this Fiat 124 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ18 VEP registered?

HJ18 VEP is a 2018 Fiat 124, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is HJ18 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ18 VEP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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