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R403 LVE

1998 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 2cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,866 mi
Last recorded77,866 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Fiat 12667,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 LVE
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 77,866 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 75,482 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 73,523 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 70,100 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 70,100 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 68,664 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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R403 LVE is a 1998 Fiat 126 in Red with a 2cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 67,624 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 R403 LVE, 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 28 years old, this Fiat 126 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R403 LVE?

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What year was R403 LVE registered?

R403 LVE is a 1998 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R403 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 LVE shows 6 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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