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J378 ECA

1991 Fiat 126

Black Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,284 mi
Last recorded98,284 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ378 ECA
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 98,284 miles

corrosion starting in parts of floor pan

Pass 17 Nov 2020 97,599 miles

Offside Front Trunion has slight play

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 97,593 miles

Offside Front Steering rack not properly attached Track rod end securing nut loose (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Trunion has slight play

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2011 97,122 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 97,122 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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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J378 ECA is a 1991 Fiat 126 in Black with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 J378 ECA, 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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What year was J378 ECA registered?

J378 ECA is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is J378 ECA safe to buy?

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