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J426 XKY

1991 Fiat 126

Blue Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,537 mi
Last recorded27,537 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ426 XKY
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 27,537 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 26,681 miles

Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

slight rust some areas underside

steering rack slightly rough

Pass 1 Jul 2014 25,556 miles

Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front leaf spring getting corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,296 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 24,574 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 24,574 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 24,513 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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J426 XKY is a 1991 Fiat 126 in Blue with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J426 XKY, 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 J426 XKY registered?

J426 XKY is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 October 1991.

Is J426 XKY safe to buy?

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