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J286 GMU

1991 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,311 mi
Last recorded39,311 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2012
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ286 GMU
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2012 39,311 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 37,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both headlight reflectors slightly corroded

front & rear brake pipes slight corrosion

slight play in nearside end of steering rack & pinnion

Pass 31 Oct 2006 36,245 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 36,244 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2005 34,615 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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J286 GMU is a 1991 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J286 GMU, 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.

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How do I check the history of J286 GMU?

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What year was J286 GMU registered?

J286 GMU is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 October 1991.

Is J286 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J286 GMU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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