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P198 YHG

1997 Fiat 127

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,110 mi
Last recorded96,110 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12764,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 YHG
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 96,110 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 91,648 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 86,821 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 82,636 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 78,852 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 77,185 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 76,509 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 75,161 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 74,991 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 74,740 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 73,030 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 73,030 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 72,384 miles

slight play o/s/f and n/s/r wheel bearings

Pass 5 Nov 2013 71,238 miles

slight play o/s/f and both rear wheel bearings

Fail 5 Nov 2013 71,238 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight play o/s/f and both rear wheel bearings

Pass 30 May 2012 69,275 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2012 69,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 68,707 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 67,299 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2009 65,803 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 60,277 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 58,693 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 54,812 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 54,812 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Fiat 127?

Based on 1,515 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
1,073
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
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P198 YHG is a 1997 Fiat 127 in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 64,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat 127 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P198 YHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat 127 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat 127 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P198 YHG?

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What year was P198 YHG registered?

P198 YHG is a 1997 Fiat 127, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P198 YHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 YHG shows 24 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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