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J282 CTU

1991 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

9,337 mi
Last recorded9,337 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ282 CTU
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 9,337 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 8,990 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 8,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 8,459 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 8,459 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,448 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 8,437 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 8,363 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 8,352 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 8,215 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2012 7,885 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2012 7,882 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2010 7,653 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 7,639 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 7,323 miles
Fail 25 May 2009 7,309 miles

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Battery insecure

rear number plate does not conform to regulations

Pass 31 Mar 2008 5,954 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2008 5,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 4,020 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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J282 CTU is a 1991 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1991 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 29,778 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 J282 CTU, 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 35 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 J282 CTU registered?

J282 CTU is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 5 November 1991.

Is J282 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J282 CTU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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