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R282 RFV

1998 Fiat 127

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,058 mi
Last recorded56,058 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Fiat 12743,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR282 RFV
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 56,058 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 51,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,635 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2016 45,635 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,770 miles

diesel glow plug light on.

gearbox mounting worn.

loud noise from steering when turning.

poor pattern and light output offside headlamp.

the whole vehicle tilts to the left.

Fail 23 Apr 2015 44,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

diesel glow plug light on.

gearbox mounting worn.

loud noise from steering when turning.

poor pattern and light output offside headlamp.

the whole vehicle tilts to the left.

Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,680 miles

Coil Lamp Stays Illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Wipers Smearing Slightly

Pass 7 May 2013 43,387 miles

clonking noise from steering rack

front cross member excessively corroded

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall startinf to crack and perish

Fail 2 May 2013 43,346 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clonking noise from steering rack

front cross member excessively corroded

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall startinf to crack and perish

Pass 30 Apr 2012 41,225 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 39,487 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2010 38,679 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,478 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 37,843 miles

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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R282 RFV is a 1998 Fiat 127 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Fiat 127 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 43,366 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 R282 RFV, 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 28 years old, this Fiat 127 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R282 RFV registered?

R282 RFV is a 1998 Fiat 127, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R282 RFV safe to buy?

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