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J980 EUF

1991 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 704cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,565 mi
Last recorded28,565 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1991 Fiat 12629,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ980 EUF
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine704cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 28,565 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 28,565 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 28,093 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 28,016 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 28,015 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) 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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J980 EUF is a 1991 Fiat 126 in Red 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 J980 EUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J980 EUF registered?

J980 EUF is a 1991 Fiat 126, first registered on 7 August 1991.

Is J980 EUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J980 EUF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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