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J393 PNB

1991 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

17,002 mi
Last recorded17,002 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ393 PNB
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 17,002 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 17,002 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,002 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 17,002 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 17,002 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 17,002 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 17,002 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 17,002 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,004 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 17,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2013 17,002 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 17,002 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 17,002 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,002 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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J393 PNB is a 1991 Fiat 126 in Red with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 J393 PNB, 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 J393 PNB registered?

J393 PNB is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 12 December 1991.

Is J393 PNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J393 PNB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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