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RDG 483W

1981 Fiat 126

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,397 mi
Last recorded66,397 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Fiat 12643,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDG 483W
MakeFiat
Model126
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 66,397 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 64,692 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 61,690 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 58,612 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 55,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 53,315 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 50,863 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ns rear outter cv boot deteriated

os outter cv boot deteriated

Fail 17 Mar 2014 50,862 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ns rear outter cv boot deteriated

os outter cv boot deteriated

Pass 3 May 2008 46,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2008 46,649 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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RDG 483W is a 1981 Fiat 126 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Fiat 126 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 43,117 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 RDG 483W, 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 45 years old, this Fiat 126 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RDG 483W registered?

RDG 483W is a 1981 Fiat 126, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is RDG 483W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDG 483W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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