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R89 KAB

1997 Fiat 127

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,027 mi
Last recorded61,027 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Fiat 12764,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR89 KAB
MakeFiat
Model127
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 61,027 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 61,027 miles

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 59,341 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 56,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 56,751 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 56,493 miles

emissions to low to detect

Pass 18 Sep 2019 56,398 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 56,398 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Corroded pipe from load valve going forward (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 55,150 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 53,947 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 51,394 miles

Front crossmember corroded

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play and offside (2.6.2)

Nearside windscreen wiperblade split

Pass 5 Sep 2015 48,073 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,016 miles

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

front cross member rusty

Fail 9 Sep 2014 47,013 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

front cross member corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2013 46,256 miles

front cross member corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2012 45,293 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 44,311 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 42,144 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 41,302 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 39,901 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 38,114 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 33,320 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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R89 KAB is a 1997 Fiat 127 in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R89 KAB, 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.

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What year was R89 KAB registered?

R89 KAB is a 1997 Fiat 127, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R89 KAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R89 KAB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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