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NPW 489M

1973 Fiat 126

Green Petrol 594cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,740 mi
Last recorded24,740 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1973 Fiat 12628,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPW 489M
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine594cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2026 24,740 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 24,416 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 24,034 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 23,529 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 22,878 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 21,933 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 19,099 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 18,727 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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NPW 489M is a 1973 Fiat 126 in Green with a 594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,587 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 NPW 489M, 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 53 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NPW 489M?

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What year was NPW 489M registered?

NPW 489M is a 1973 Fiat 126, first registered on 13 August 1973.

Is NPW 489M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPW 489M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NPW 489M have outstanding finance?

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