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J912 PLJ

1991 Fiat 126

White Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,905 mi
Last recorded22,905 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ912 PLJ
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 22,905 miles

Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 22,538 miles

Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 22,062 miles

Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2012 16,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2011 13,450 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 13,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 12,908 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 10,994 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 9,270 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 9,241 miles

battery securing clamp missing

Fail 16 Aug 2007 9,241 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

battery securing clamp missing

Pass 16 Aug 2006 9,095 miles

advise corrosion n/s out rigger

dent n/s/f

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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J912 PLJ is a 1991 Fiat 126 in White with a 704cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J912 PLJ, 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 J912 PLJ registered?

J912 PLJ is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 17 September 1991.

Is J912 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J912 PLJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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